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TRR 319R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,946 mi
Last recorded15,946 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRR 319R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 15,946 miles

slight engine oil leak

Fail 29 Aug 2017 15,925 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2016 15,650 miles

slight corrosion both inner and outer sills.

Pass 4 Aug 2015 15,198 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 14,252 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 13,673 miles

Oil leak

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 18 Aug 2012 12,668 miles

serface rust to nearside outer door sill

Pass 1 Sep 2011 12,556 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 12,456 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

long hand brake travel

Pass 20 Sep 2008 11,910 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 11,624 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 10,456 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 10,456 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 8,621 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 319R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 319R, 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 319R?

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What year was TRR 319R registered?

TRR 319R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is TRR 319R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRR 319R shows 14 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.

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