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UMX 323S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,279 mi
Last recorded10,279 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMX 323S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 10,279 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 10,250 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 10,219 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 10,177 miles

front propshaft uj has play

Pass 16 Jul 2013 10,151 miles

front propshaft uj has play

Fail 13 Jul 2013 10,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fan not coming in

front propshaft uj has play

Pass 14 Jul 2012 10,005 miles

propshaft front uj worn

Fail 9 Jul 2012 10,005 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)

propshaft front uj worn

Pass 11 Jul 2011 9,967 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 9,917 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 9,883 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 17 Jul 2010 9,870 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 14 May 2009 9,564 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 8,482 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 8,165 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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UMX 323S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 323S, 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 UMX 323S registered?

UMX 323S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 26 August 1977.

Is UMX 323S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMX 323S shows 15 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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