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AJW 340N

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,850 mi
Last recorded28,850 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJW 340N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 28,850 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 28,850 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 25,904 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' just within limit (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 25,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering locking device insecure track rod nut to steering arm (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' just within limit (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2015 18,165 miles

Nearside front suspension trunnion has slight play.

Offside front suspension trunnion has slight play.

Oil leak

Fail 27 May 2015 18,165 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Front tyres have worn unevenly (on inner edge).

Nearside front suspension trunnion has slight play.

Nearside spot lamp does not function on main beam.

Offside front suspension trunnion has slight play.

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 17,397 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 27 May 2014 17,397 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 6 Oct 2011 16,696 miles

Both front tyres slightly wearing on inside edges

Both trackrod ends dust boots split

Brake reading slightly low on nearside rear

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 10,332 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2010 10,273 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 4,134 miles

Handbrake needs slight adjustment

Washers need slight attention

Pass 13 Aug 2008 660 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 650 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 134 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 9 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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AJW 340N is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 AJW 340N, 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 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJW 340N registered?

AJW 340N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

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