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ORF 920P

1976 MG B Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

62,695 mi
Last recorded62,695 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 1976 MG B Roadster34,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORF 920P
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 62,695 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 61,999 miles

Engine mounts starting to split

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

Rear flexi fuel pipes look in poor condition but not leaking

Fail 11 Feb 2015 61,999 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine mounts starting to split

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

Rear flexi fuel pipes look in poor condition but not leaking

Pass 25 Sep 2008 61,980 miles

front seat-belt rear mounting brackets,movement?

nearside rear axle bump stop worn and splitting

rear exhaust chrome tailpipe loose

rear leaf spring and leaf retainers corroded and worn

Fail 17 Sep 2008 61,962 miles

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

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

front seat-belt rear mounting brackets,movement?

nearside rear axle bump stop worn and splitting

rear exhaust chrome tailpipe loose

rear leaf spring and leaf retainers corroded and worn

Pass 12 Mar 2007 61,826 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 61,826 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Front Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

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

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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ORF 920P is a 1976 MG B Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1976 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 34,616 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ORF 920P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 50 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ORF 920P registered?

ORF 920P is a 1976 MG B Roadster, first registered on 13 February 1976.

Is ORF 920P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORF 920P shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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