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BNP 440M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,039 mi
Last recorded12,039 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNP 440M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 12,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Propshaft universal joint has slight play

all tyres showing signs of perishing

light weep from rear differential

Fail 19 Jul 2016 12,039 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join (7.1.2)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Oil leak ()

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

all tyres perished

battery insecure

engine oil level high

rear cage insecure

rear differential has a slight leak

Pass 20 May 2013 11,870 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 11,820 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 11,465 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 11,416 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 11,370 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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BNP 440M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BNP 440M, 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 BNP 440M registered?

BNP 440M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is BNP 440M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNP 440M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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