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SYW 129S

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

67,737 mi
Last recorded67,737 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2010
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYW 129S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2010 67,737 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake discs rusty due to lack of use.

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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SYW 129S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 SYW 129S, 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 SYW 129S?

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What year was SYW 129S registered?

SYW 129S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 15 August 1977.

Is SYW 129S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYW 129S shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SYW 129S have outstanding finance?

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