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RWO 288R

1977 MG Mgb

Beige Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

485 mi
Last recorded485 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWO 288R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 485 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 477 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 472 miles

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

n/s/f & o/s/f shock absorbers over springs bottom bushes cracked /split ,no movement

Pass 1 Jun 2011 436 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 25 May 2011 436 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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RWO 288R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Beige with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,393 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RWO 288R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RWO 288R?

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What year was RWO 288R registered?

RWO 288R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 17 February 1977.

Is RWO 288R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWO 288R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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