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BWX 41S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

95,477 mi
Last recorded95,477 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2014
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWX 41S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2014 95,477 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 5 Jul 2014 95,477 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 17 Aug 2012 95,477 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 95,477 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 95,477 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 95,477 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 95,469 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 95,469 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 95,415 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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BWX 41S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 BWX 41S, 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 BWX 41S registered?

BWX 41S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 12 October 1977.

Is BWX 41S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWX 41S shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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