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SDN 266P

1976 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,909 mi
Last recorded4,909 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDN 266P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 4,909 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 4,794 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 4,772 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 4,758 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 4,731 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 4,719 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 4,705 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 4,689 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 4,667 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 4,651 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 4,651 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 5 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 4,466 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2006 4,466 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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SDN 266P is a 1976 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SDN 266P, 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 SDN 266P?

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What year was SDN 266P registered?

SDN 266P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 8 April 1976.

Is SDN 266P safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDN 266P shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDN 266P have outstanding finance?

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