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SMF 485S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,004 mi
Last recorded79,004 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMF 485S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 79,004 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

all suspension components corroded

both front tyres on legal limit

coolant leaking

metal brake pipes corroded in places

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Jun 2017 78,231 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 77,388 miles

both front coil springs corroded

both front lower wishbones inner bushes worn and in poor condition

both front tyres close to legal limit

both rear leaf springs corroded

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Jun 2015 76,090 miles

clutch slave cylinder weeping

exhaust blowing from joint

Pass 13 Jun 2014 74,520 miles

all suspension bushes heavily perished

Pass 30 May 2013 74,359 miles

n/s/f brake pads wearing thin

n/s/f wheel slightly grabbing

rear number plate deteriorated

slight play both rear wheel bearings

slight play both steering rack ends

Pass 26 Apr 2012 73,899 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 73,419 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 73,419 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut missing (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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SMF 485S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMF 485S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SMF 485S?

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What year was SMF 485S registered?

SMF 485S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 5 August 1977.

Is SMF 485S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMF 485S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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