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UPC 474S

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,257 mi
Last recorded68,257 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPC 474S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 68,257 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 67,782 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 67,495 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 66,260 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 65,664 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 64,668 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 64,668 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 63,176 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 62,780 miles

Near side wiper slightly worn

Oil leak

Fail 18 Mar 2010 62,780 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

Near side wiper slightly worn

Pass 8 Apr 2009 62,538 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 61,754 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 61,754 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 61,128 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 59,884 miles

some slight oil contamination at o/s front suspension damper unit and sump

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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UPC 474S is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 UPC 474S, 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 UPC 474S registered?

UPC 474S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 17 November 1977.

Is UPC 474S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPC 474S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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