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RCU 520S

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,361 mi
Last recorded34,361 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCU 520S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2018 34,361 miles

slight wear on inner edges of both front tyres

Pass 19 Apr 2017 32,816 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 31,241 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 28,465 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 26,025 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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RCU 520S is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RCU 520S, 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 RCU 520S?

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What year was RCU 520S registered?

RCU 520S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 25 August 1977.

Is RCU 520S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCU 520S shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RCU 520S have outstanding finance?

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