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AVR 401M

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

12,754 mi
Last recorded12,754 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVR 401M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 12,754 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 12,401 miles

chassis has slight corrosion

permissible wear in steering

various suspension components corroded

Fail 26 Jun 2017 12,401 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

chassis has slight corrosion

permissible wear in steering

various suspension components corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2015 12,323 miles

various suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2014 12,159 miles

various suspension components corroded, chassis has slight corrosion and engine has slight oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 12,029 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front and offside rear tyre cracking on outer edges

various suspension components corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2013 12,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

various suspension components corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2012 11,503 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight binding on nearside front

various suspension components corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2011 11,487 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 11,485 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

both rear tyre walls starting to crack, and parts of the chassis corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2010 11,205 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

nearside rear tyre cracking on outer wall

Pass 28 Jul 2009 11,147 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 10,994 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 10,993 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

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

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

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 10,385 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 10,384 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 9,662 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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AVR 401M is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AVR 401M, 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

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What year was AVR 401M registered?

AVR 401M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is AVR 401M safe to buy?

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