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GAB 921N

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

3,292 mi
Last recorded3,292 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAB 921N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 3,292 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 3,214 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 3,145 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 3,048 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 2,957 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 2,775 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Feb 2013 2,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 2,621 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

front tyres sidewall cracking

slight binding of front brakes

Pass 10 Feb 2011 2,397 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 1,987 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 1,412 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 876 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 213 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 213 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 99,335 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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GAB 921N is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GAB 921N, 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 GAB 921N registered?

GAB 921N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 5 November 1974.

Is GAB 921N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAB 921N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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