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HHE 483N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

74,624 mi
Last recorded74,624 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHE 483N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 74,624 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 74,438 miles

Central Fuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 74,438 miles

Brake performance not tested Rear brakes binding (1.2.1 (g))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Central Fuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2013 74,107 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 74,107 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 74,108 miles

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

front brakes binding slightly

rear suspension straps worn

Fail 12 Aug 2011 74,107 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front brakes binding slightly

rear suspension straps worn

Pass 5 Jun 2007 74,147 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 74,147 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HHE 483N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HHE 483N, 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.

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What year was HHE 483N registered?

HHE 483N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is HHE 483N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHE 483N shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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