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TRR 775R

1988 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

1,673 mi
Last recorded1,673 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1988 MG B69,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRR 775R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 1,673 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 1,093 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 1,093 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute hazard lights (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 90,513 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 90,511 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2014 88,033 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 88,020 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 87,158 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear hubs slight movement

Fail 29 Jul 2013 87,158 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

advise both rear hubs slight movenent

Pass 13 Aug 2012 85,914 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

brakes slightly spongy, but serviceable.

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

oil leak from push rod covers.

Fail 13 Aug 2012 85,914 miles

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

oil leak from push rod covers.

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

brakes slightly spongy, but serviceable.

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 1 Jul 2011 85,723 miles

Propshaft component defective

o/s/r tyre side wall perrished.

rear exhaust rubbers deteriorated.

very slight play in steering rack.

Pass 9 Apr 2010 85,651 miles

n/s wiper blade split slightly, but clearing.

o/s/r tyre perishing slightly on inside edge, but serviceable.

rear exhaust mounting rubbers perishing slightly.

wipers slow but clearing.

Pass 1 Jul 2008 85,445 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 775R is a 1988 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1988 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 69,398 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 TRR 775R, 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 38 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 TRR 775R registered?

TRR 775R is a 1988 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is TRR 775R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRR 775R shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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