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PDL 150R

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,577 mi
Last recorded69,577 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDL 150R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 69,577 miles

Both rear axle straps worn

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 69,563 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Both rear axle straps worn

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 69,526 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

offside front tyre inner sidewall perished and cracked.

play in front suspension ball joints but not considered excessive

Fail 23 Nov 2017 69,517 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

offside front tyre inner sidewall perished and cracked.

play in front suspension ball joints but not considered excessive

Pass 17 Nov 2016 69,488 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 69,384 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 69,365 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 69,232 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 7,533 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 6,559 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 6,559 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PDL 150R is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PDL 150R, 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 PDL 150R registered?

PDL 150R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 2 June 1977.

Is PDL 150R safe to buy?

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