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UVD 270S

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,720 mi
Last recorded80,720 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVD 270S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 80,720 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 24 Mar 2017 80,683 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings small hole inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both front bearings (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play both rear bearings (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 79,932 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 79,021 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 79,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 75,905 miles

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

black plaet light mistting

Pass 8 Feb 2013 72,521 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 72,520 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 72,067 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 71,317 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 70,897 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 70,004 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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UVD 270S is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UVD 270S, 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 UVD 270S?

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What year was UVD 270S registered?

UVD 270S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1977.

Is UVD 270S safe to buy?

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