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RFC 26T

1978 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,820 mi
Last recorded28,820 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B Roadster48,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFC 26T
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 28,820 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 28,562 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 28,517 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 28,511 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in both front king pins

Fail 13 Jun 2007 28,511 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in both front king pins

slight play in offside of steering rack

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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RFC 26T is a 1978 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 48,731 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFC 26T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RFC 26T?

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What year was RFC 26T registered?

RFC 26T is a 1978 MG B Roadster, first registered on 9 November 1978.

Is RFC 26T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFC 26T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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