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MGO 101P

1975 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,027 mi
Last recorded1,027 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGO 101P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 1,027 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (7.1.2)

Windscreen scored on n/s but does not restrict drivers view

Pass 12 Jul 2016 495 miles

Windscreen damaged but not seriously affecting drivers view

Pass 25 Jun 2015 16 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 9 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 29,143 miles

damage to screen

offside sill spot welds are a long way apart

tape around fuel pipe to pump

thick underseal covering underside of car

Pass 10 Jan 2012 28,845 miles

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 7 Jan 2012 28,843 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 28,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 28,700 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 28,557 miles

off side front brake slightly binding meets required standards for mot pass but would benefit from service/inspection.

Pass 6 Sep 2008 28,100 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 27,498 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 27,498 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 26,925 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 26,925 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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MGO 101P is a 1975 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MGO 101P, 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 MGO 101P?

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What year was MGO 101P registered?

MGO 101P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 14 November 1975.

Is MGO 101P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGO 101P shows 15 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.

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