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XVH 510R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

49,370 mi
Last recorded49,370 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVH 510R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 49,370 miles

Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Front drivers seat belt has been repaired on adjuster buckle

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

car fitted with chrome oversills cannot check outer sills

Fail 2 Aug 2017 49,364 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp snapped (7.1.1)

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt obviously repaired (5.2.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

car fitted with chrome oversills cannot check outer sills

Pass 11 Aug 2016 49,078 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play and offside (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint kingpin (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 49,061 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder locking device missing (3.6.A.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and offside (8.2.2)

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor to inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play and offside (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint kingpin (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 48,653 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

idle speed high

rear exhaust bracket nut loose

steering column bolt loose

Pass 12 Aug 2014 48,329 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 48,329 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 47,786 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 47,195 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 47,190 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 47,117 miles

centre silencer support clamp fractured

corrosion starting on offside door step close to lower seat belt mount

slight lift in offside front lower trunion

Pass 29 Apr 2008 45,488 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 45,456 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 44,543 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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XVH 510R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 XVH 510R, 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.

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What year was XVH 510R registered?

XVH 510R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is XVH 510R safe to buy?

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