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BDN 180R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,492 mi
Last recorded59,492 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDN 180R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 59,492 miles

Engine oil leak

Gear box oil leak

OSR + NSR axle seal leak

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2016 51,340 miles

Slight Play in Nearside And Offside Front Wheel bearings

Slight Play in Nearside And Offside Rear Wheel bearings

Slight oil leak on underside of engine

Fail 10 Jun 2016 50,932 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear hub oil leaks

Pass 1 Sep 2015 50,791 miles

N/s/r hub oil leak, slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 13 Aug 2014 50,098 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 49,482 miles

n/s/r hub oil leak

slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 22 Aug 2012 48,898 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s/r hub oil leak

oil leaks

rear brake imbalance

Pass 24 Aug 2011 48,336 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 48,330 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 47,532 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 46,658 miles

slight in steering rack

Pass 13 Jun 2008 45,992 miles

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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BDN 180R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BDN 180R, 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 BDN 180R registered?

BDN 180R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 10 May 1977.

Is BDN 180R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDN 180R shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BDN 180R have outstanding finance?

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