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TWT 542R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,418 mi
Last recorded72,418 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWT 542R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 72,418 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 72,042 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 71,766 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 71,766 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 71,739 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 71,693 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 71,520 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 70,959 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 69,530 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2010 69,529 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 69,168 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 69,168 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 68,615 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 68,615 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres close to legal limit

front and rear tyres different sizes

n/s/r tyre on legal limit

Pass 24 Feb 2007 68,297 miles

slight bind on n/s/r brake

Fail 24 Feb 2007 68,297 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight bind on n/s/r brake

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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TWT 542R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 TWT 542R, 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 TWT 542R registered?

TWT 542R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 16 March 1977.

Is TWT 542R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWT 542R shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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