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TNU 987R

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

4,824 mi
Last recorded4,824 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNU 987R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 4,824 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 4,640 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 4,640 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 4,514 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 4,514 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 4,225 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 4,225 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 4,204 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 3,748 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 3,748 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 3,352 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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TNU 987R is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 TNU 987R, 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 TNU 987R?

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What year was TNU 987R registered?

TNU 987R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 20 June 1977.

Is TNU 987R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNU 987R shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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