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UCV 148

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

63,154 mi
Last recorded63,154 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCV 148
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 63,154 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 63,072 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 63,072 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 62,860 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 62,859 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

oil leak

Pass 15 May 2015 62,398 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 62,398 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Coolant leak

Pass 4 Jul 2014 62,171 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 62,166 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 May 2013 61,952 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 61,674 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 61,674 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 61,189 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 60,501 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 60,501 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 60,028 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 58,663 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 58,663 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 57,510 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 97,177 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight fluid leak to off side rear lever arm but damping effectivly

slight play to near side front king pin

Pass 7 Jul 2005 97,177 miles

slight fluid leak to off side rear lever arm but damping effectivly

slight play to near side front king pin

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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UCV 148 is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 UCV 148, 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 UCV 148 registered?

UCV 148 is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 29 July 1977.

Is UCV 148 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCV 148 shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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