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RBL 821R

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,562 mi
Last recorded80,562 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBL 821R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 80,562 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 79,672 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 78,561 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 77,618 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 77,321 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 77,317 miles

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

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 77,276 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 77,266 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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RBL 821R is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RBL 821R, 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 RBL 821R?

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What year was RBL 821R registered?

RBL 821R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 10 January 1977.

Is RBL 821R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBL 821R shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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