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GUU 410N

1974 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,200 mi
Last recorded22,200 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUU 410N
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 22,200 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 21,396 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 21,386 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 20,548 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 19,143 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 16,931 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 15,477 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 12,893 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 10,920 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 9,398 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 9,397 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 7,422 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 3,707 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 681 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 681 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 83,318 miles

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

o/s/f steering arm play

Pass 3 Jul 2012 81,285 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 78,183 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Mar 2011 78,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2010 75,727 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 73,211 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 73,211 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 71,279 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 66,993 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 52,453 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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GUU 410N is a 1974 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GUU 410N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GUU 410N?

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What year was GUU 410N registered?

GUU 410N is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 16 October 1974.

Is GUU 410N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUU 410N shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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