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FYV 477V

1984 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,395 mi
Last recorded83,395 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1984 MG B39,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYV 477V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 83,395 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 83,374 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 80,811 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front wiper arm/linkage worn

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive ON MOT LIMITS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 80,801 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive ON MOT LIMITS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 90,032 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

centre exhaust mounting loose

excessive underseal on underside of vehicle

Fail 28 Jul 2020 90,032 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

centre exhaust mounting loose

excessive underseal on underside of vehicle

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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FYV 477V is a 1984 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 39,650 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 FYV 477V, 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 42 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 FYV 477V?

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What year was FYV 477V registered?

FYV 477V is a 1984 MG B, first registered on 4 January 1984.

Is FYV 477V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYV 477V shows 6 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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