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UPP 691R

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,215 mi
Last recorded96,215 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPP 691R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 96,215 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 96,197 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 96,197 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 96,173 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 96,173 miles

Centre Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 96,129 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,807 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 95,918 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 95,881 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

assorted prior repairs/patches,unable to properly assess condition due to sealant etc,rear chassis/under body/rear spring mounts corroded

boot latch sticking,handbrake mechanism stiff,o/s poor effort,dvla vin record incorrect,gan6429935g displayed,ghn5-429935g recorded

engine misfire/cutting out,h/c high

exhaust corroded

front hubs/kingpins lift/play

front to rear brake pipe corroded

main beam tell-tale dim,hazard switch worn/broken

oil leak n/s/r hub area

track rods poor clearance,n/s/f fouling wheel

Pass 28 May 2013 95,881 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

assorted prior repairs/patches,unable to properly assess condition due to sealant etc,rear chassis/under body/rear spring mounts corroded

boot latch sticking,handbrake mechanism stiff,o/s poor effort,dvla vin record incorrect,gan6429935g displayed,ghn5-429935g recorded

engine misfire/cutting out,h/c high

exhaust corroded

front hubs/kingpins lift/play

front to rear brake pipe corroded

main beam tell-tale dim,hazard switch worn/broken

oil leak n/s/r hub area

track rods poor clearance,n/s/f fouling wheel

Fail 25 May 2012 95,845 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

chassis,floor corrosion

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 95,845 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

chassis,floor corrosion

Fail 2 Jun 2011 95,807 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

floor,chassis corrosion

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 95,807 miles

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

floor,chassis corrosion

Pass 28 May 2010 95,701 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 95,701 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 95,170 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 95,617 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 94,789 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 93,887 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 32,829 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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UPP 691R is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 UPP 691R, 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 UPP 691R registered?

UPP 691R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is UPP 691R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPP 691R shows 21 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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