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THB 144S

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,395 mi
Last recorded18,395 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHB 144S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 18,395 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Leak from between gearbox and engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 17,217 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 17,020 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 16,644 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 16,330 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 15,982 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 15,974 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 15,265 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 14,931 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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THB 144S is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 THB 144S, 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 THB 144S?

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What year was THB 144S registered?

THB 144S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 16 September 1977.

Is THB 144S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THB 144S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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