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OTP 170S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,562 mi
Last recorded11,562 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2009
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTP 170S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2009 11,562 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 10,889 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 9,060 miles

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

both front tyres have excessive cracking

Fail 2 Oct 2007 9,060 miles

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

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

both front tyres have excessive cracking

Fail 12 Oct 2006 8,777 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 8,777 miles

Offside Front 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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OTP 170S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 OTP 170S, 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

How do I check the history of OTP 170S?

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What year was OTP 170S registered?

OTP 170S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 12 August 1977.

Is OTP 170S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTP 170S shows 6 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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