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TNY 278S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

6,755 mi
Last recorded6,755 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNY 278S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 6,755 miles

Headlights / side lights switches slightly worn

Fail 11 Jul 2018 6,752 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlights / side lights switches slightly worn

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 6,566 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Jun 2017 6,566 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 6,443 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 6,185 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 5,883 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 3,795 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front brake hose ends slightly damp

Pass 9 Feb 2011 729 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 98,184 miles

slight corrosion to inside edges of both rear sills

Pass 23 Feb 2009 94,897 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 92,162 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 90,005 miles

carburettor overflow pipe split

engine revs raised to 2000 to pass hydro-carbons

front and rear tyres perished on outer walls

fuel pipe on in-line filter perished

fuel pump banjos damp

ignition lock u/s(holds starter in)

lower door frames excessively corroded

o/s/f lower bumpstop missing

slight freeplay on steering wheel

Fail 12 Apr 2007 90,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

carburettor overflow rubber pipe split

engine revs raised to 2000 to pass hydro-carbons

front and rear tyres perished on outer walls

fuel pipe on in-line filter perished

fuel pump banjos damp

ignition lock u/s (holds starter in)

lower door frames excessively corroded

o/s/f lower bumpstop missing

slight freeplay on steering wheel

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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TNY 278S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 TNY 278S, 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

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What year was TNY 278S registered?

TNY 278S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 25 October 1977.

Is TNY 278S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNY 278S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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