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BEC 121S

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

93,061 mi
Last recorded93,061 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEC 121S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 93,061 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 93,003 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 92,973 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 26 Jul 2015 92,958 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 92,842 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 92,794 miles

underside coverd in a protective wax

Pass 19 Jul 2012 92,311 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 92,311 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 92,284 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 92,215 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 92,215 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 92,068 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 91,889 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 91,889 miles

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 91,730 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 91,472 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 91,472 miles

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

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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BEC 121S is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BEC 121S, 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 BEC 121S registered?

BEC 121S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 2 December 1977.

Is BEC 121S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEC 121S shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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