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GLG 522N

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

629 mi
Last recorded629 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLG 522N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 629 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front seat belt slow to retract on last section of belt

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

horn tone slightly poor

rubber fuel line ends on braded fuel line to carb and supply line perished

Pass 27 Jul 2017 151 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

central exhaust bracket broken, but not effecting the security of exhaust system

Pass 20 May 2016 98,804 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

parking brake performance only just met minimum requirement.

play in front suspension king pins.

Pass 22 May 2015 97,982 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 96,876 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 96,156 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 94,366 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 94,366 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 93,608 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 91,622 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 91,212 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 90,243 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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GLG 522N is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GLG 522N, 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 GLG 522N registered?

GLG 522N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 15 November 1974.

Is GLG 522N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLG 522N shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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