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RHH 179R

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,136 mi
Last recorded49,136 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHH 179R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 49,136 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 46,922 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 46,636 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 46,636 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 46,202 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 46,202 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 May 2012 44,331 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 44,329 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,213 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 2 Jun 2011 42,213 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Jun 2010 39,684 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 36,566 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 36,566 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 31,678 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 31,676 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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RHH 179R is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RHH 179R, 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

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What year was RHH 179R registered?

RHH 179R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 2 March 1977.

Is RHH 179R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHH 179R shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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