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RRP 161R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,736 mi
Last recorded11,736 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRP 161R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 11,736 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 11,417 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 10,558 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 9,449 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 6,050 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 4,517 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 4,495 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 1,918 miles

All position lamps constantly on.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Around manifold area (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 1,918 miles

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

All position lamps constantly on.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Around manifold area (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 598 miles

Nearside Rear Hub seal leaking axle oil(not affecting brake readings)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 554 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 May 2013 444 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 351 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 304 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 81 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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RRP 161R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RRP 161R, 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 RRP 161R registered?

RRP 161R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is RRP 161R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRP 161R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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