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RCV 225R

1977 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2,297 mi
Last recorded2,297 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCV 225R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 2,297 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 1,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Underside And Suspension Generally Corroded

Various Oil/Fluid Leaks

Pass 9 Apr 2018 927 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 545 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 254 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 99,949 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 99,715 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 99,185 miles

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

rumble from both rear wheels

Fail 16 Apr 2013 99,185 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

rumble from both rear wheels

Pass 25 Apr 2012 98,472 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 97,447 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 96,286 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 95,355 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 94,410 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 93,475 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 91,006 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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RCV 225R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCV 225R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RCV 225R registered?

RCV 225R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is RCV 225R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCV 225R shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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