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UVH 640R

1976 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

16,223 mi
Last recorded16,223 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVH 640R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 16,223 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.B.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 16,220 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front brake binding slightly

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Oct 2012 16,147 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 16,142 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 16,136 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 16,135 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 16,104 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 15,965 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 15,965 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 15,686 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 14,645 miles

slight play in front king pins,both rear springs soft.

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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UVH 640R is a 1976 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UVH 640R, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UVH 640R registered?

UVH 640R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 14 September 1976.

Is UVH 640R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVH 640R shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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