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UPD 864S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,071 mi
Last recorded17,071 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPD 864S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 17,071 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 16,419 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak engine nearside leaking onto exhaust. ()

Fail 31 Mar 2017 16,371 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mounting point. (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven nearside does not increase at the same rate as offside. (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak engine oil leaking on to front exhaust pipe. ()

Rear valance panel under bumper capping appears to be excessively corroded.

Pass 1 Apr 2016 16,132 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear end of both outer sill panels corroded.

Slight wear detected in both inner rack joints.

slight play detected in offside and nearside lower suspension joints and thrust bearings.

Pass 28 Apr 2015 15,655 miles

Rear end of drivers side outer sill panel showing signs of corrossion.(Outside prescribed area.)

Slight lift detected in nearsided front suspension upright thrust bearing.

Pass 28 Apr 2014 14,882 miles

Slight lift detected in nearside front suspension upright thrust bearing.

Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,233 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 13,358 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 12,140 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight movement noted in nearside front suspension upright assembly.

Pass 28 Apr 2010 10,654 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 10,654 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 9,435 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 9,428 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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UPD 864S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UPD 864S, 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 UPD 864S?

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What year was UPD 864S registered?

UPD 864S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is UPD 864S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPD 864S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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