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RYL 777R

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,955 mi
Last recorded47,955 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYL 777R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 47,955 miles

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 13 Aug 2010 47,818 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 47,328 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 47,328 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 456,343 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

n/s/r inner antiroll bush worn

slight play at o/s/r hub

Fail 13 Oct 2008 46,221 miles

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

n/s/r inner antiroll bush worn

slight play at o/s/r hub

Pass 18 Oct 2007 44,444 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 40,992 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 13 Oct 2006 40,894 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f trunnion slight wear

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

n/s/f trunnion slight wear

n/s/r brake slightly binding

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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RYL 777R is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RYL 777R, 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 RYL 777R?

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What year was RYL 777R registered?

RYL 777R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 25 March 1977.

Is RYL 777R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYL 777R shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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