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TVN 657S

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,827 mi
Last recorded14,827 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVN 657S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 14,827 miles

Both rear tyres have small cracks

Fail 5 May 2016 14,827 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Both rear tyres have small cracks

Pass 30 Apr 2015 14,531 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 14,149 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 14,148 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 18 May 2013 13,719 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 13,395 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH PROPSHAFT U.Js.

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S REAR WHEEL BEARING.

SLIGHT UP AND DOWNN PLAY IN BOTH FRONT KING PINS.

Fail 21 May 2012 13,387 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH PROPSHAFT U.Js.

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S REAR WHEEL BEARING.

SLIGHT UP AND DOWNN PLAY IN BOTH FRONT KING PINS.

Pass 31 May 2011 12,675 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 May 2011 12,673 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,884 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 11,739 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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TVN 657S is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TVN 657S, 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

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What year was TVN 657S registered?

TVN 657S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 8 August 1977.

Is TVN 657S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVN 657S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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