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HIJ 7836

1976 MG B

Blue Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,991 mi
Last recorded58,991 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIJ 7836
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 58,991 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 58,938 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 58,913 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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HIJ 7836 is a 1976 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 HIJ 7836, 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 50 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 HIJ 7836?

You can check the full history of HIJ 7836 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HIJ 7836 registered?

HIJ 7836 is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 2 June 1976.

Is HIJ 7836 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIJ 7836 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HIJ 7836 have outstanding finance?

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