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SOV 217S

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,828 mi
Last recorded48,828 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOV 217S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 48,828 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 46,253 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 46,103 miles

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

genaral rust e0under car

Pass 13 Jun 2013 46,103 miles

genaral rust e0under car

Pass 21 May 2012 45,658 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2011 45,119 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 44,709 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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SOV 217S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 SOV 217S, 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 49 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 SOV 217S?

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What year was SOV 217S registered?

SOV 217S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 2 November 1977.

Is SOV 217S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOV 217S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SOV 217S have outstanding finance?

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