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ECD 374C

1993 MG B

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,608 mi
Last recorded67,608 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 MG B42,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECD 374C
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 67,608 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 67,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 65,735 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 65,728 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 63,785 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 60,862 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion wing bottom (6.1.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 60,862 miles

Headlamp aim too low both lamps low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion wing bottom (6.1.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 58,632 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush bush deteriorated (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush bush deteriorated (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 58,632 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush bush deteriorated (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush bush deteriorated (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 57,779 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 2 Aug 2014 56,448 miles

front suspension Bushes deteriorated

Fail 30 Jul 2014 56,447 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front suspension Bushes deteriorated

Pass 22 Jul 2013 54,902 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 54,902 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2012 53,718 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear spring saddle bushes split

Pass 26 Jun 2012 53,718 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear spring saddle bushes split

Pass 12 Aug 2011 56,614 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 56,614 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 52,054 miles

BOTH HEADLAMPS STARTING TO DISCOLOUR

SLIGHT PLAY AT TOP STG.COLUMN BUSH

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 50,491 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 42,306 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 35,632 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 35,567 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 35,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

all four tyres starting to crack

o/s/r sill started to rust

slight exhaust blow on middle section

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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ECD 374C is a 1993 MG B in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,808 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 ECD 374C, 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 33 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ECD 374C registered?

ECD 374C is a 1993 MG B, first registered on 17 August 1993.

Is ECD 374C safe to buy?

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