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TEO 88S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,977 mi
Last recorded4,977 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEO 88S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2018 4,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2017 4,486 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 4,324 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 2,529 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 2,482 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 2,105 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 2,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 1,595 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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TEO 88S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TEO 88S, 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 TEO 88S?

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What year was TEO 88S registered?

TEO 88S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 25 October 1977.

Is TEO 88S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEO 88S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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