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BWA 158M

1974 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,854 mi
Last recorded16,854 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWA 158M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 16,854 miles

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

both front brakes slightly binding

both rear rebound straps perished

nearside rack gaiter perished

oil leak

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 16,831 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wheel brakes slightly binding on

nearside front steering rack gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2013 16,301 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 15,850 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 15,927 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 14,570 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 14,831 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 14,444 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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BWA 158M is a 1974 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BWA 158M, 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 BWA 158M registered?

BWA 158M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 17 May 1974.

Is BWA 158M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWA 158M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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