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UFM 796R

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,810 mi
Last recorded70,810 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFM 796R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 70,810 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 70,726 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 70,701 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 70,696 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 70,696 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 70,511 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 70,511 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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UFM 796R is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc 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 UFM 796R, 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 UFM 796R?

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What year was UFM 796R registered?

UFM 796R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is UFM 796R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFM 796R 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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