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ARE 579M

1974 MG B

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,958 mi
Last recorded87,958 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2011
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARE 579M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2011 87,958 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 87,088 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 86,202 miles

Both front wipers slight smear glass but clearing

Offside rear foot brake performance slight immbalance

Fail 29 Aug 2008 86,171 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 86,042 miles

n/s rear check strap broken

Pass 7 Jul 2006 85,514 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 85,511 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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ARE 579M is a 1974 MG B in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ARE 579M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ARE 579M?

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What year was ARE 579M registered?

ARE 579M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 17 May 1974.

Is ARE 579M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARE 579M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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