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RPJ 689R

1977 MG B

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,614 mi
Last recorded19,614 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPJ 689R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 19,614 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 19,612 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 19,391 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 19,348 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 19,344 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 19,135 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 18,855 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 18,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 17,637 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 16,273 miles

both front s/absrs arm bushes showing deterioration

slight damage to n/s/f brake pipe

slight play in prop-shaft rear u-j

some deterioration and wear in lower wishbone bushes

surface corrosion forming n/s and o/s of floor pan

suspect slight w/cylr leak o/s/r but service and park brake effort satisfactory

w/bearing play o/s/r

Pass 12 Mar 2010 15,798 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 14,907 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,998 miles

rear brake pipes in poor condition

steering rack gaitors in poor condition

Pass 24 Apr 2006 13,904 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 13,904 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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RPJ 689R is a 1977 MG B in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RPJ 689R, 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 RPJ 689R registered?

RPJ 689R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 9 June 1977.

Is RPJ 689R safe to buy?

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