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UPG 924S

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

1,560 mi
Last recorded1,560 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPG 924S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 1,560 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel OF STEERING RACK (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 1,560 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel OF STEERING RACK (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 1,186 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ACROSS REAR AXLE (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR @FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 1,186 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ACROSS REAR AXLE (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR @FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 815 miles

BOTH FRONT LOWER TRUNION GAITERS SPLIT

O/S FRONT BRAKE HOSE PERISHING

PLAY IN O/S FRONT INNER STEERING ARM

Fail 26 Jun 2020 815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

BOTH FRONT LOWER TRUNION GAITERS SPLIT

N/S NO PLATE LIGHT NOT WORKING

O/S FRONT BRAKE HOSE PERISHING

PLAY IN O/S FRONT INNER STEERING ARM

Pass 22 Jun 2018 99,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front suspension bearing dust cover deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2017 99,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front suspension bearing dust covers deteriorated lower

Fail 26 Jun 2017 99,229 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front suspension bearing dust covers deteriorated lower

Pass 24 Jun 2016 98,564 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 97,782 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 97,752 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 96,798 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 95,044 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 93,689 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 93,689 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2011 91,897 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 91,897 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 89,825 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 88,701 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 87,814 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 86,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 85,895 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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UPG 924S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 UPG 924S, 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 UPG 924S?

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What year was UPG 924S registered?

UPG 924S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 7 November 1977.

Is UPG 924S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPG 924S shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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