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RRY 896R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,684 mi
Last recorded29,684 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRY 896R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2014 29,684 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 28,645 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 27,844 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 27,290 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 27,290 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 26,612 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 25,593 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 24,185 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 23,222 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 20,529 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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RRY 896R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RRY 896R, 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 RRY 896R?

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What year was RRY 896R registered?

RRY 896R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 3 February 1977.

Is RRY 896R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRY 896R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRY 896R have outstanding finance?

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