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TVT 378R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,338 mi
Last recorded7,338 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVT 378R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 7,338 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 7,087 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 6,764 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 6,358 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 5,890 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 5,566 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 5,368 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 4,904 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 4,878 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 4,372 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 4,342 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.B.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2005 3,792 miles
Fail 7 May 2005 3,792 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

slight play in n/s rear wheel bearing

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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TVT 378R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TVT 378R, 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 TVT 378R?

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What year was TVT 378R registered?

TVT 378R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 10 June 1977.

Is TVT 378R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVT 378R shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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