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HYV 772N

1974 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,847 mi
Last recorded10,847 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYV 772N
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 10,847 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake effort just made the requirements

Pass 24 Jun 2016 10,385 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 May 2012 9,936 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 9,526 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 9,246 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 8,687 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 8,685 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 8,340 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 8,238 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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HYV 772N is a 1974 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HYV 772N, 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 HYV 772N?

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What year was HYV 772N registered?

HYV 772N is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 November 1974.

Is HYV 772N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYV 772N shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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