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RKR 359R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,519 mi
Last recorded49,519 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKR 359R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 49,519 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 30,913 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 27,233 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 24,147 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 20,037 miles

Slight swet around n/s/r brake drum.

Very slight play in both front wheel bearings.

Pass 6 Jun 2013 17,215 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 13,645 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

o/s/r leaf spring rear bush starting to deteriorate.

slight exhaust blow at front.

Pass 11 Jun 2012 13,645 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

o/s/r leaf spring rear bush starting to deteriorate.

slight exhaust blow at front.

Pass 1 Jun 2011 11,544 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 9,608 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 7,978 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 6,737 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 4,828 miles

o/s/f n/s/f track rod ends rubber boots split

Fail 3 May 2007 4,828 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f n/s/f track rod ends rubber boots split

Pass 9 May 2006 1,601 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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RKR 359R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RKR 359R, 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 RKR 359R registered?

RKR 359R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 6 January 1977.

Is RKR 359R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKR 359R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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