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XUP 957R

1977 MG B

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,523 mi
Last recorded25,523 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUP 957R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 25,523 miles

both front loer pan bushes slightly worn

long travel on footbrake

slight lift in both front king pins

slight movement in offside steering arm

Pass 4 Mar 2013 25,362 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 25,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 24,656 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 24,635 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 24,543 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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XUP 957R is a 1977 MG B in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XUP 957R, 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 XUP 957R?

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What year was XUP 957R registered?

XUP 957R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 6 July 1977.

Is XUP 957R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUP 957R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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