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PNG 656R

1976 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,130 mi
Last recorded85,130 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNG 656R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 85,130 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated limited reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2016 85,073 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 85,004 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 84,976 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f trunnion slight play

Pass 14 Jul 2014 84,787 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f trunnion slight play

n/s/f wheel bearing noisy

Pass 11 Jul 2013 84,472 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 84,123 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 83,642 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 83,642 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 May 2010 82,833 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 82,833 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 82,396 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 82,396 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 May 2008 80,133 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 79,509 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 79,509 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 78,624 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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PNG 656R is a 1976 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 PNG 656R, 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 PNG 656R registered?

PNG 656R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 20 September 1976.

Is PNG 656R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNG 656R shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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