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UHJ 812S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,368 mi
Last recorded30,368 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHJ 812S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 30,368 miles

boot prescribed area emptied for test

Fail 16 May 2015 10,363 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pivot inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

boot prescribed area emptied for test

Pass 18 Oct 2013 30,340 miles

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

Oil leak

general underside surface corrosion

Fail 17 Oct 2013 30,338 miles

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Oil leak

general underside surface corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2012 30,141 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 29,691 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 29,337 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 29,083 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 28,773 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 27,948 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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UHJ 812S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UHJ 812S, 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 UHJ 812S registered?

UHJ 812S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is UHJ 812S safe to buy?

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