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RAF 941R

1976 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

91,886 mi
Last recorded91,886 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAF 941R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 91,886 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

all tyres are old

slight travel on hand brake

tubes fitted in all four tyres

Fail 21 Jan 2026 91,885 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

all tyres are old

tubes fitted in all four tyres

Pass 8 Sep 2017 91,305 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 91,149 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 91,011 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight brake bind o/s/r

slight lift in both front thrust bearings

Fail 12 Jun 2015 91,011 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight brake bind n/s/r

slight lift in both front thrust bearings

Fail 16 May 2014 90,891 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 May 2014 90,891 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 90,875 miles

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket nut missing (2.4.B.6c)

Fail 3 May 2013 90,721 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 90,721 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 90,584 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 90,308 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 89,987 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 39,131 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 89,115 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 88,328 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 88,328 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 88,022 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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RAF 941R is a 1976 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 RAF 941R, 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 50 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 RAF 941R registered?

RAF 941R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is RAF 941R safe to buy?

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