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THA 653R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,178 mi
Last recorded39,178 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHA 653R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 May 2024 39,178 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 39,172 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 39,137 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 39,109 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 38,989 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 38,875 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 38,765 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 38,674 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 38,428 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 37,887 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight unbalance on rear brakes

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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THA 653R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 THA 653R, 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 THA 653R?

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What year was THA 653R registered?

THA 653R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1977.

Is THA 653R safe to buy?

The MOT history for THA 653R shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does THA 653R have outstanding finance?

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