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PVL 760R

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1786cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,691 mi
Last recorded81,691 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 760R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,786cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 81,691 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 81,670 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 81,650 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 81,621 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 81,598 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 81,575 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 81,554 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 81,529 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 81,472 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 81,267 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 81,039 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 80,425 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 31 Jul 2013 80,345 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 26 Oct 2011 79,795 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2010 79,765 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 79,514 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 79,334 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 79,149 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 79,149 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 79,012 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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PVL 760R is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,786cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PVL 760R, 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 PVL 760R?

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What year was PVL 760R registered?

PVL 760R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PVL 760R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 760R shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVL 760R have outstanding finance?

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