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OWS 149R

1977 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,572 mi
Last recorded46,572 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWS 149R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 46,572 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 46,380 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 46,285 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 46,185 miles

clutch fluid leak from flexi hose

oil leaks

rear axle straps perishing

Fail 17 Apr 2015 46,184 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

clutch fluid leak from flexi hose

oil leaks

rear axle straps perishing

Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,017 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 45,904 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 45,355 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 44,810 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 44,175 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 42,902 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 41,889 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 40,805 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2006 40,057 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 40,057 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

slight wear in steering rack

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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OWS 149R is a 1977 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 OWS 149R, 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 OWS 149R registered?

OWS 149R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 24 May 1977.

Is OWS 149R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWS 149R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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