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TVP 402S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,528 mi
Last recorded11,528 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVP 402S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 11,528 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 8,974 miles

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2018 8,910 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

nearside front inner wheel arch corroded outside prescribed area

offside center outer sill corroded outside prescribed area

Pass 1 Feb 2017 3,182 miles

nearside front inner wheel arch corroded outside prescribed area

offside front inner wheel arch corroded outside prescribed area

Pass 9 Jan 2016 95,608 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 62,719 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 52,653 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

corrosion to n/s front inner wing

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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TVP 402S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 TVP 402S, 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 TVP 402S?

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What year was TVP 402S registered?

TVP 402S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TVP 402S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVP 402S shows 7 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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