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AUE 242S

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,442 mi
Last recorded58,442 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUE 242S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 58,442 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 58,442 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2016 57,814 miles

HAND BRAKE CABLE SURPORT WORN

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 57,799 miles

Headlamp switch faulty Horn sounds when main beam switch opperated (1.7.1)

HAND BRAKE CABLE SURPORT WORN

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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AUE 242S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AUE 242S, 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 AUE 242S?

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What year was AUE 242S registered?

AUE 242S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 7 May 1977.

Is AUE 242S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUE 242S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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