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BFG 515N

1974 MG B

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,551 mi
Last recorded63,551 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFG 515N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 63,551 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 63,006 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 62,762 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 62,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 62,375 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 61,820 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 61,107 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 60,698 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 60,219 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 59,336 miles

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 14 Jul 2014 59,336 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Jul 2013 58,613 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 58,607 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 23 Jul 2012 57,712 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 56,841 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 55,768 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 24 Jul 2009 54,793 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 53,691 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 52,617 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 50,780 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 49,151 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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BFG 515N is a 1974 MG B in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BFG 515N, 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 BFG 515N?

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What year was BFG 515N registered?

BFG 515N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 16 June 1974.

Is BFG 515N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFG 515N shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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