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RKY 964R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,602 mi
Last recorded62,602 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKY 964R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 62,602 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 62,228 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 61,906 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 61,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 59,573 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 59,355 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

slight play in n/s/front tracking rod

Pass 16 Aug 2012 57,513 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 56,604 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 56,103 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 55,400 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 55,014 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 54,522 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 54,238 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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RKY 964R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RKY 964R, 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

How do I check the history of RKY 964R?

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What year was RKY 964R registered?

RKY 964R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is RKY 964R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKY 964R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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