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RKY 274R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

45,273 mi
Last recorded45,273 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKY 274R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 45,273 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 44,784 miles

Offside Front tie rod has slight movement

Pass 27 Apr 2015 44,353 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 43,826 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 43,826 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 43,084 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 43,047 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

no fog lamp unit fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2012 41,885 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,379 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 40,362 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 38,824 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 36,925 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 35,176 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 35,176 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 33,482 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 30,140 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 30,130 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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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RKY 274R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RKY 274R, 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 RKY 274R registered?

RKY 274R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is RKY 274R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKY 274R shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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