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BVU 549N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,665 mi
Last recorded21,665 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVU 549N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2017 21,665 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 18,925 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 15,851 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 14,048 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 12,089 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 10,218 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,074 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 6,153 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 4,002 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 2,876 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 1,521 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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BVU 549N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BVU 549N, 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 BVU 549N?

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What year was BVU 549N registered?

BVU 549N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is BVU 549N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVU 549N shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BVU 549N have outstanding finance?

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