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GAN 454N

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,917 mi
Last recorded12,917 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAN 454N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 12,917 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 54,207 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 52,546 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 3,959 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 19,531 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 19,527 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 19,391 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 17,942 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,509 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 15,105 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 14,567 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,194 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 13,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 11,914 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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GAN 454N is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GAN 454N, 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 GAN 454N?

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What year was GAN 454N registered?

GAN 454N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is GAN 454N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAN 454N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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