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BCK 711R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,151 mi
Last recorded83,151 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2009
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCK 711R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2009 83,151 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

exhaust emissions has only just met the minimum requirements, system may need adjustment or repair

Fail 3 Sep 2009 83,151 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

exhaust emissions has only just met the minimum requirements, system may need adjustment or repair

Pass 23 Sep 2008 82,375 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 81,514 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 80,264 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 79,177 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BCK 711R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BCK 711R, 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 BCK 711R?

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What year was BCK 711R registered?

BCK 711R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 5 July 1977.

Is BCK 711R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCK 711R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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