MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,820 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front tyre outer sidewall cracked but no cords visible at time of test,
Oil leak ()
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
both sides front suspension lower wishbone bushes very worn/deteriorated but no discernible play detected.
drivers sun visor is missing at time of test.
n/s front suspension has slight lift in trunnion joint.
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Brake hose excessively chafed chaffed by park brake cable!, (3.6.B.4d)
Seat belt retracting mechanism defective drivers, (5.2.5b)
Offside Front tyre outer sidewall cracked but no cords visible at time of test,
Oil leak ()
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
both sides front suspension lower wishbone bushes very worn/deteriorated but no discernible play detected.
drivers sun visor is missing at time of test.
n/s front suspension has slight lift in trunnion joint.
o/s mirror very loose on its pivot.
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UMX 208S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 UMX 208S, 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.
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What year was UMX 208S registered?
UMX 208S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 12 November 1977.
Is UMX 208S safe to buy?
The MOT history for UMX 208S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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