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RJY 640T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,762 mi
Last recorded54,762 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJY 640T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 54,762 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 54,285 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 54,193 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 54,193 miles

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

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

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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RJY 640T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 RJY 640T, 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 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RJY 640T?

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What year was RJY 640T registered?

RJY 640T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 August 1978.

Is RJY 640T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJY 640T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJY 640T have outstanding finance?

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