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RPE 23R

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,175 mi
Last recorded53,175 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2012
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPE 23R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2012 53,175 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jul 2012 53,173 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2009 50,006 miles

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 49,613 miles

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

front brakes binding a small amount

n/s and 0/s rear wishbone bushes starting 2 split

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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RPE 23R is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RPE 23R, 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 RPE 23R?

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What year was RPE 23R registered?

RPE 23R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 28 April 1977.

Is RPE 23R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPE 23R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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