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TED 946S

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

70,316 mi
Last recorded70,316 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTED 946S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 70,316 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 70,316 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 70,245 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2016 70,243 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 70,191 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 70,191 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 69,988 miles

corrosion to n/s/r outer sill

corrosion to o/s/f inner sill

corrosion to outer chassie

Pass 15 May 2013 69,698 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 69,454 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 68,950 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 68,950 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2011 68,949 miles

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

corrosion os front floor

Pass 4 May 2010 68,254 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 67,229 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 66,207 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 66,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 65,242 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 65,242 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 64,074 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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TED 946S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 TED 946S, 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 TED 946S?

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What year was TED 946S registered?

TED 946S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 24 August 1977.

Is TED 946S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TED 946S shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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