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RBA 653R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

61,435 mi
Last recorded61,435 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBA 653R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 61,435 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 50,377 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 41,845 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play o/s/r (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 32,971 miles

car heavily undersealed on underside

Pass 6 Jan 2014 28,357 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 28,357 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 28,309 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 28,309 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 27,938 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 27,938 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 27,767 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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RBA 653R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RBA 653R, 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 RBA 653R?

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What year was RBA 653R registered?

RBA 653R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 2 February 1977.

Is RBA 653R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBA 653R shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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