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TRR 236R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,878 mi
Last recorded30,878 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2012
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRR 236R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2012 30,878 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 30,878 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 30,361 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 29,385 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 28,541 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 28,112 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 27,648 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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TRR 236R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TRR 236R, 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 TRR 236R?

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What year was TRR 236R registered?

TRR 236R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 2 July 1977.

Is TRR 236R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRR 236R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRR 236R have outstanding finance?

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