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RDE 572S

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

66,943 mi
Last recorded66,943 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDE 572S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 66,943 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 66,876 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 66,866 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 66,734 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 66,734 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 66,712 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 66,713 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 66,616 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 66,616 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 66,109 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 66,107 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 66,102 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 66,102 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 May 2010 64,111 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 63,806 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 63,806 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 63,797 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 63,612 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Mar 2008 63,612 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

4 tyres cut would change

Pass 22 Aug 2006 63,431 miles

previouse advisories still in force .

Fail 2 Aug 2006 63,427 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre 2mm wear left / nut missing from rear exhaust flange / centre exhaust clamp loose on pipe

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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RDE 572S is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 RDE 572S, 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

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What year was RDE 572S registered?

RDE 572S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 5 December 1977.

Is RDE 572S safe to buy?

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