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SWO 577S

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,854 mi
Last recorded37,854 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

RegistrationSWO 577S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 37,854 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 37,307 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 30,806 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 36,313 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 35,412 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 35,412 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,797 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 33,623 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 33,623 miles

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 32,476 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 31,541 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 31,530 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 29,393 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 27,689 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 25,709 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 23,929 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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SWO 577S is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SWO 577S, 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 SWO 577S registered?

SWO 577S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 20 October 1977.

Is SWO 577S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWO 577S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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