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BVH 26S

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

8,647 mi
Last recorded8,647 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVH 26S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 8,647 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 8,647 miles

Emissions not tested not idling (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 8,623 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 8,623 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 8,600 miles

slight play in all wheel bearings

Fail 19 Jul 2016 8,579 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

slight play in all wheel bearings

Pass 13 Jul 2015 8,312 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 8,006 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 7,830 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 7,590 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 6,959 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 6,124 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (4.2.B.5)

Fail 26 Jul 2010 6,122 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (4.2.B.5)

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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BVH 26S is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BVH 26S, 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 BVH 26S?

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What year was BVH 26S registered?

BVH 26S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 8 August 1977.

Is BVH 26S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVH 26S shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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