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NVG 13

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,227 mi
Last recorded69,227 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVG 13
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2018 69,227 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 69,050 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 68,945 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 68,936 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 68,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 68,699 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 68,512 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 68,337 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 May 2011 68,051 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 67,778 miles

slight wear in steering rack n/s

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 67,564 miles

slight misting n/s/r shock absorber

slight play at kingpins

slight play at rear universal joint at propshaft

Pass 2 Jun 2008 67,340 miles

SLIGHT WEAR IN PROPSHAFT REAR U/J

Pass 8 Jun 2007 66,483 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

REAR EXHAUST MTG SPLIT

Fail 2 Jun 2006 65,613 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 65,613 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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NVG 13 is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 NVG 13, 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 NVG 13 registered?

NVG 13 is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 6 January 1977.

Is NVG 13 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVG 13 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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