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TAO 201S

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

82,062 mi
Last recorded82,062 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 201S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 82,062 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 81,235 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 80,187 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 79,162 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 78,425 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 77,681 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 77,162 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 78,304 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 75,059 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 74,523 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 74,106 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 73,196 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 73,196 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 72,955 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 72,797 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 72,648 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 71,807 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 71,060 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 71,060 miles

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

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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TAO 201S is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 TAO 201S, 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 TAO 201S?

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What year was TAO 201S registered?

TAO 201S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is TAO 201S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 201S shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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