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GOM 37N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,790 mi
Last recorded12,790 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOM 37N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 12,790 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 12,576 miles

front wheel arches fitted with plastic covers , unable to check upper chassis

Fail 18 Oct 2016 12,562 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre mount broken (7.1.1)

Steering system fouling track rod ends fouling road wheels (2.2.D.2a)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

front wheel arches fitted with plastic covers , unable to check upper chassis

Pass 24 Oct 2015 12,447 miles

fuel cap seal pershing

Fail 17 Oct 2015 12,445 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged both side (4.1.D.1e)

fuel cap seal pershing

Pass 30 Oct 2014 12,397 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 12,397 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 10,599 miles

Both front tyres outer side walls perishing slightly.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 10,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Both front tyres outer side walls perishing slightly.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,422 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 10,170 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 9,824 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 9,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/ and n/s front track rod end dust caver slightley rubbing on wheel rim

Pass 27 Mar 2006 7,417 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 7,415 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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GOM 37N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GOM 37N, 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 GOM 37N registered?

GOM 37N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 3 December 1974.

Is GOM 37N safe to buy?

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