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RKH 344T

1989 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,227 mi
Last recorded60,227 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 MG B23,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKH 344T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 60,227 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 59,305 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 59,303 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front brake hose touching suspension

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 58,842 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 58,832 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 57,665 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 57,051 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 56,108 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 56,108 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 55,824 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 55,822 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 55,659 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2015 55,659 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 55,245 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 55,219 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 54,989 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 54,714 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 54,714 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 54,615 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 54,440 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight lift in king pin thrust washers at both sides

Pass 24 Jun 2009 54,246 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2008 54,034 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 53,761 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 May 2006 52,948 miles

Nearside Inner brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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RKH 344T is a 1989 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 23,263 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 RKH 344T, 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 37 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 RKH 344T registered?

RKH 344T is a 1989 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is RKH 344T safe to buy?

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