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RFG 801R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,721 mi
Last recorded25,721 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFG 801R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 25,721 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 25,673 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 25,663 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 25,601 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 25,493 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 25,493 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 25,467 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 25,221 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 25,104 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 24,605 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Fail 21 Oct 2006 24,605 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

o/s/r brake binding slightly

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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RFG 801R 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 RFG 801R, 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 RFG 801R?

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What year was RFG 801R registered?

RFG 801R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1977.

Is RFG 801R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFG 801R 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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