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SVX 950R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,589 mi
Last recorded3,589 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVX 950R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 3,589 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 2,905 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 2,718 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 2,374 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 2,181 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 2,112 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 756 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 54,216 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 52,339 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 50,651 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 49,092 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 49,092 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 46,544 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 46,544 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 45,146 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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SVX 950R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SVX 950R, 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

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What year was SVX 950R registered?

SVX 950R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 10 February 1977.

Is SVX 950R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVX 950R shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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