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PAF 159R

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,200 mi
Last recorded1,200 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAF 159R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2017 1,200 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 893 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 466 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 99,573 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 98,631 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 98,198 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 96,927 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2010 95,131 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 92,753 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 81,223 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 88,942 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 86,448 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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PAF 159R is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PAF 159R, 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 PAF 159R?

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What year was PAF 159R registered?

PAF 159R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1977.

Is PAF 159R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAF 159R shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PAF 159R have outstanding finance?

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