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PAF 793R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

17,459 mi
Last recorded17,459 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAF 793R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2013 17,459 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 17,126 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 17,118 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 16,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 16,942 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 16,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front discs wearing thin

Pass 23 Aug 2010 16,891 miles

front discs wearing thin

Pass 17 Aug 2009 16,419 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 16,309 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2008 16,309 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 16,118 miles

as before

Fail 16 Jul 2007 16,118 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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 793R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 PAF 793R, 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 793R?

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What year was PAF 793R registered?

PAF 793R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 11 March 1977.

Is PAF 793R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAF 793R shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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