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UDY 287S

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,610 mi
Last recorded7,610 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDY 287S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 7,610 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 7,610 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 7,141 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 7,134 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2018 6,563 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 6,377 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 6,376 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam came back on later in test (connection?) (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven n/s low /slow (47%) (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven o/s/ low slow (59%) (3.7.B.2)

both seat belts twisted

Pass 22 Dec 2015 6,345 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 6,251 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 6,244 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 6,081 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 6,081 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 5,722 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 5,534 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 5,527 miles

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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UDY 287S is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 UDY 287S, 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 UDY 287S?

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What year was UDY 287S registered?

UDY 287S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 19 August 1977.

Is UDY 287S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDY 287S shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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