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UFD 938R

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,316 mi
Last recorded24,316 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFD 938R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2015 24,316 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,297 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Apr 2014 24,297 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2013 22,330 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 22,327 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 20,198 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 19,736 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 19,418 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 19,174 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 18,490 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear axle straps perrished

slight play in steering rack

Pass 29 Jul 2006 18,010 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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UFD 938R is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UFD 938R, 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 UFD 938R?

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What year was UFD 938R registered?

UFD 938R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is UFD 938R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFD 938R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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