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NSB 26R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

56,962 mi
Last recorded56,962 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSB 26R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 56,962 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 56,585 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 55,846 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 54,732 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 54,379 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 64,379 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 64,379 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 54,379 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 May 2014 54,379 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 54,379 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 54,379 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2011 54,739 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 54,739 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 54,379 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 54,379 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Battery insecure

Pass 21 May 2009 54,379 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 54,379 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 May 2008 54,379 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 54,379 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 54,379 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

n/s rear inner wing corroded

o/s front floor and floor brace corroded

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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NSB 26R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 NSB 26R, 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 NSB 26R registered?

NSB 26R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is NSB 26R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSB 26R shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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