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TWX 160R

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,911 mi
Last recorded17,911 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWX 160R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 17,911 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 17,906 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Inner Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 18,679 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s front chassis rail starting to corrode

Pass 3 Jun 2008 17,046 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 17,470 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front propshaft joint has slight play

Pass 15 Jun 2006 16,091 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 16,086 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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TWX 160R is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TWX 160R, 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 TWX 160R registered?

TWX 160R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 5 May 1977.

Is TWX 160R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWX 160R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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