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PLM 732R

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,818 mi
Last recorded96,818 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLM 732R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 96,818 miles

both front brakes slightly binding

nearside rear handbrake low on efficiency

Pass 27 Jun 2014 96,812 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 96,802 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 89,871 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 83,299 miles

rear bump straps

small hole nearside jacking point

Pass 25 May 2007 81,293 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 10,937 miles

ADVISE ATTENTION TO BRAKES

ADVISE STEERING RACK WORN †ADVISE VEHICLE GENERALY CORRODED AND EXTENSIVELY REPAIRED

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 18 May 2006 10,937 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

ADVISE ATTENTION TO HANDBRAKE LINKAGE RUBBER BOOT MISSING FROM BACKPLATE †ADVISE BRAKES BINDING SLIGHTLY †ADVISE PLAY IN STEERING RACK †ADVISE HEADLAMPS CORRODED †ADVISE WINDSCREEN DAMAGE †ADVISE GENERAL CORROSION EXTENSIVELY REPAIRED

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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PLM 732R is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PLM 732R, 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

How do I check the history of PLM 732R?

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What year was PLM 732R registered?

PLM 732R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 16 September 1976.

Is PLM 732R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLM 732R shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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