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TVF 902R

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,131 mi
Last recorded98,131 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVF 902R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 98,131 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 97,234 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 96,718 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 96,664 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 96,006 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 95,367 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 94,814 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 93,956 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 93,552 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 93,045 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 91,711 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 90,518 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 89,436 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 88,374 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 87,016 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 87,016 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 85,345 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 83,650 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 81,151 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 80,636 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 79,871 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 79,871 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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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TVF 902R is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 TVF 902R, 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 TVF 902R?

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What year was TVF 902R registered?

TVF 902R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 3 June 1977.

Is TVF 902R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVF 902R shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVF 902R have outstanding finance?

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