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RVK 681S

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

33,338 mi
Last recorded33,338 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVK 681S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 33,338 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 32,850 miles

Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 32,302 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 32,260 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 31,352 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,454 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 29,612 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 28,623 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 27,573 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,869 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 26,869 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 25,476 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 24,152 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 24,152 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2007 23,264 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 23,260 miles

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 21,946 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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RVK 681S is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RVK 681S, 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 RVK 681S?

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What year was RVK 681S registered?

RVK 681S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 21 October 1977.

Is RVK 681S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVK 681S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVK 681S have outstanding finance?

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