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TTX 980S

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

13,364 mi
Last recorded13,364 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTX 980S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 13,364 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 13,364 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 11,110 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 10,724 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 10,667 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 10,442 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

excessive misting of oil around engine and gearbox

n/s/f brake binding slightly

slight play in n/s/r leaf spring suspension link arm

Fail 2 Sep 2013 10,442 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

excessive misting of oil around engine and gearbox

n/s/f brake binding slightly

slight play in n/s/r leaf spring suspension link arm

Pass 1 Sep 2012 7,680 miles

unable to check all components underbody due to heavy underseal

Fail 4 Aug 2011 6,753 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 6,753 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 6,700 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 6,700 miles

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 6,694 miles

slight play in rack

Fail 31 Mar 2008 6,531 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 6,531 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 6,235 miles

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

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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TTX 980S is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 TTX 980S, 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 TTX 980S?

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What year was TTX 980S registered?

TTX 980S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is TTX 980S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTX 980S shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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