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RLH 830R

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,840 mi
Last recorded29,840 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLH 830R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 29,840 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 29,374 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 2 Jul 2016 29,367 miles

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

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished and cracked (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished and cracked (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished and cracked (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished and cracked (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 29,273 miles

both front wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 30 Apr 2011 29,223 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 29,168 miles

minor play in both front king pins

rear brake binding slightly

Fail 8 May 2010 29,155 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

minor play in both front king pins

Pass 11 Aug 2007 29,137 miles

fuel cap seal cracking

hand brake travel near limit

nsf lower suspension arm bolts where loose now retightened but bolts appear to short

play in steering wheel

Pass 27 May 2006 29,067 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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RLH 830R is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 RLH 830R, 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 50 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 RLH 830R registered?

RLH 830R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 19 November 1976.

Is RLH 830R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLH 830R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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