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NKA 30S

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2014
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,852 mi
Last recorded79,852 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKA 30S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 79,852 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 77,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2011 74,779 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 74,779 miles

Offside Front Brake pedal excessively corroded (3.3.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 71,985 miles

rear exhaust bracket loose

signs dampness n/s/r brake drum

slight track rod end play o/s/f

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

bad oil leak

corrosion through out car inc o/s/f inner wing

o/s/r wheel bearing/diff play suggest further work to restore to original condition.

steering heavy, play o/s/f ball joint

tube n/s/r tyre

Fail 22 Sep 2010 71,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

bad oil leak

corrosion through out car inc o/s/f inner wing

rear exhaust bracket loose

signs dampness n/s/r brake drum

slight track rod end play o/s/f

steering heavy, play o/s/f ball joint

tube n/s/r tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2009 69,010 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 69,008 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 66,837 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 66,774 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 64,273 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 62,182 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 62,182 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 59,614 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 59,614 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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NKA 30S is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NKA 30S, 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 NKA 30S registered?

NKA 30S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is NKA 30S safe to buy?

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