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AJO 175R

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

82,031 mi
Last recorded82,031 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJO 175R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 82,031 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 18 May 2018 82,031 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 81,772 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 81,539 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 81,213 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 80,546 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 79,478 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 79,028 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 79,014 miles

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

Front Sub-frame inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 78,612 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 77,685 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 77,672 miles

Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 75,640 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

covers fitted to outer sill preventing full inspection

nearside front and rear brake flexi deteriorated

slight movement in nearside and offside top and bottom suspension bushes / kingpins

slight play in offside steering rack

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 31 Oct 2008 75,623 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

covers fitted to outer sill preventing full inspection

nearside front and rear brake flexi deteriorated

slight movement in nearside and offside top and bottom suspension bushes / kingpins

slight play in offside steering rack

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 11 Sep 2008 75,597 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

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

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2007 72,672 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 72,672 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 69,005 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 66,483 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2005 66,470 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AJO 175R is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 AJO 175R, 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

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What year was AJO 175R registered?

AJO 175R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 4 March 1977.

Is AJO 175R safe to buy?

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