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PWP 277L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

63,859 mi
Last recorded63,859 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWP 277L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 63,859 miles

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

Central Front slight play in steering rack

Central Rear oil leaking from rear diff

Pass 17 Jun 2022 62,702 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 62,701 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 61,582 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 61,573 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both stop lights not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 59,408 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 58,851 miles

Both engine mountings missing lower securing bolts

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 58,567 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f brake slightly binding

Pass 13 Aug 2014 57,287 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 55,723 miles

oil leak on rear diff

slight play in prop shaft rear joint

Pass 15 Aug 2012 54,155 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 52,135 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 49,966 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 46,551 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 43,873 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 43,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 43,756 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 43,474 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 43,104 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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PWP 277L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 PWP 277L, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PWP 277L registered?

PWP 277L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 November 1972.

Is PWP 277L safe to buy?

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