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RFB 597S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18 mi
Last recorded18 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFB 597S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 18 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 2 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 2 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 2 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 22,862 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 22,862 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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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RFB 597S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RFB 597S, 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 RFB 597S?

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What year was RFB 597S registered?

RFB 597S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 20 October 1977.

Is RFB 597S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFB 597S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFB 597S have outstanding finance?

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