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TAC 407R

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,201 mi
Last recorded92,201 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAC 407R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 92,201 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 91,903 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 91,903 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 91,527 miles

Both front lower arm inner bushes are perished

Both front wheels are binding slightly

Excessive use of underseal arounf nearside rear close to leaf spring

Fail 3 May 2013 91,510 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 91,469 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 91,102 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 91,095 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 91,018 miles

ADVISE # N/S/R SPRING HANGER SHOWING SIGNS OF RUSTING.HAND BRAKE LEVER GETTING STIFF

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Pass 15 May 2006 91,018 miles

ADVISE # N/S/R SPRING HANGER SHOWING SIGNS OF RUSTING.HAND BRAKE LEVER GETTING STIFF

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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TAC 407R is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 TAC 407R, 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 TAC 407R?

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What year was TAC 407R registered?

TAC 407R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 12 July 1977.

Is TAC 407R safe to buy?

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