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GAW 143M

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,456 mi
Last recorded22,456 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAW 143M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 22,456 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 20,970 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 20,228 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 19,809 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 19,806 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 19,429 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 18,802 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 17,851 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 17,041 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 15,545 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 14,385 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 13,087 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 12,829 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 11,930 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 11,619 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 10,794 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 16 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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GAW 143M is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GAW 143M, 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 GAW 143M?

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What year was GAW 143M registered?

GAW 143M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 13 March 1974.

Is GAW 143M safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAW 143M shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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