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RJW 948R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

99,478 mi
Last recorded99,478 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2020
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJW 948R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2020 99,478 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 99,308 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 99,298 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 97,444 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 97,444 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 97,208 miles

all prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion

front suspension arm bushes have started to perish (no movement)

rear leaf springs have slight dispalcement (does not affect function)

slight engine oil leak at n/s/r drum (not brake fluid) nor does it affect braking

slight uplift in n/s/f kingpin

Pass 23 May 2014 96,931 miles

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

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

nearside rear brake backing plate damp

Fail 23 May 2014 96,931 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear brake backing plate damp

Pass 3 Jun 2013 96,659 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 96,659 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 May 2012 95,882 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 95,882 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 31 May 2011 95,225 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 93,271 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 91,641 miles

there is evidence that the fuel pump has been leaking at some time.

Pass 12 May 2008 89,151 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2007 89,006 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 89,006 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 15 May 2006 88,582 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2006 88,582 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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RJW 948R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 RJW 948R, 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 RJW 948R registered?

RJW 948R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 4 May 1977.

Is RJW 948R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJW 948R shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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