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RIW 8154

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,793 mi
Last recorded44,793 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIW 8154
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 44,793 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 44,367 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 43,965 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 43,817 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 43,497 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 43,449 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 43,449 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 43,353 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 43,191 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 42,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

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

Offside Front Lower Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 41,312 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Pass 17 May 2007 39,187 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 38,168 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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RIW 8154 is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RIW 8154, 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 RIW 8154 registered?

RIW 8154 is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 20 January 1977.

Is RIW 8154 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIW 8154 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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