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RPB 775R

1977 MG Bgt

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,033 mi
Last recorded10,033 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 MG Bgt47,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPB 775R
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 10,033 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 9,857 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 9,270 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 8,541 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 7,383 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 5,616 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 4,900 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 4,892 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2019 3,845 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 1,839 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 729 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 14,539 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 13,548 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 12,353 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 11,061 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 9,773 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 8,583 miles

How Reliable is the MG Bgt?

Based on 23,228 MOT tests across 2,267 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
2,267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 671
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 598
brake binding 597
Steering rack gaiter split 538
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RPB 775R is a 1977 MG Bgt in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1977 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 47,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Bgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 671 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RPB 775R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Bgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 49 years old, this MG Bgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RPB 775R?

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What year was RPB 775R registered?

RPB 775R is a 1977 MG Bgt, first registered on 20 April 1977.

Is RPB 775R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPB 775R shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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