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RKP 200R

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,733 mi
Last recorded47,733 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKP 200R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 47,733 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 46,318 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 46,318 miles

Fuel pipe leaking rear by fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip beam (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced main beam (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 46,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 45,483 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 45,147 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 44,751 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 44,344 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 44,007 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 43,600 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 43,009 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 42,009 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 41,058 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 41,058 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 39,822 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 38,828 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 37,342 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 35,638 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RKP 200R is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RKP 200R, 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 RKP 200R registered?

RKP 200R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 9 February 1977.

Is RKP 200R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKP 200R shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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