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PFE 755P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

35,458 mi
Last recorded35,458 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFE 755P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 35,458 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 34,981 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 34,975 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 34,942 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 34,942 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside All direction indicators not working not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2020 34,934 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 34,559 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,040 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 33,178 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 32,509 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 31,645 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 31,572 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 31,572 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 31,461 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,202 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 30,964 miles

Fuel pipe rubbing on rear axle.

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 30,636 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 30,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2009 30,360 miles

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Fail 6 May 2009 30,360 miles

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 30,254 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 30,254 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2007 29,635 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 3 May 2006 29,096 miles

slight play in steering rack joints

very little reserve travel on front suspension

Fail 3 May 2006 29,096 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in steering rack joints

very little reserve travel on front suspension

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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PFE 755P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 PFE 755P, 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 50 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 PFE 755P registered?

PFE 755P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is PFE 755P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFE 755P shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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