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SVW 880K

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,465 mi
Last recorded92,465 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2009
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVW 880K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2009 92,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

bad corrosion to o/s outer sill but not within 30 cms of a load bearing member or panel

n/s sill corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2009 92,465 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

bad corrosion to o/s outer sill but not within 30 cms of a load bearing member or panel

n/s sill corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2008 51,545 miles

BATTERY O/S BOX IS CORRODED THROUGH

Battery insecure

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

MOST ALL CHASSIS COMPONENTS AND SUSPENSION PARTS ARE CORRODED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

POOR DRIVERS SEAT OPPERATION

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 4 Apr 2008 51,545 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

BATTERY O/S BOX IS CORRODED THROUGH

Battery insecure

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

MOST ALL CHASSIS COMPONENTS AND SUSPENSION PARTS ARE CORRODED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

POOR DRIVERS SEAT OPPERATION

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

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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SVW 880K is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 SVW 880K, 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 SVW 880K?

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What year was SVW 880K registered?

SVW 880K is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is SVW 880K safe to buy?

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