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MGB 888P

1975 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,016 mi
Last recorded26,016 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 888P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 26,016 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 24,857 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 21,668 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 20,806 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 19,798 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 18,632 miles

vehicle underside resealed so unable to fully assess old welding repairs

Pass 12 Aug 2011 17,528 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 16,654 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 15,142 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 13,633 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 12,179 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 12,179 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 10,446 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 8,473 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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MGB 888P is a 1975 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MGB 888P, 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 51 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGB 888P?

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What year was MGB 888P registered?

MGB 888P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1975.

Is MGB 888P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 888P shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGB 888P have outstanding finance?

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