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FFF 8

1974 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,881 mi
Last recorded71,881 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFF 8
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 71,881 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 71,741 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 71,540 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 71,132 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 70,782 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 70,506 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 69,805 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 69,805 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FFF 8 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 FFF 8, 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 FFF 8?

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What year was FFF 8 registered?

FFF 8 is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 26 April 1974.

Is FFF 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFF 8 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.

Does FFF 8 have outstanding finance?

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