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WJX 487R

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,177 mi
Last recorded74,177 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJX 487R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 74,177 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 74,069 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 74,066 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 74,022 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 74,022 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 73,961 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 73,889 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 73,570 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 73,526 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 73,260 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 73,260 miles

Offside Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

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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WJX 487R is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WJX 487R, 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 WJX 487R?

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What year was WJX 487R registered?

WJX 487R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 25 January 1977.

Is WJX 487R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJX 487R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJX 487R have outstanding finance?

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