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XVH 789R

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,344 mi
Last recorded10,344 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2011
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVH 789R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2011 10,344 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 9,596 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 8,062 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 7,741 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2007 7,741 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 5,516 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 789R is a 1977 MG B in Black 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 XVH 789R, 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 XVH 789R?

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What year was XVH 789R registered?

XVH 789R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 11 March 1977.

Is XVH 789R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVH 789R 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.

Does XVH 789R have outstanding finance?

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