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JVG 236M

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,247 mi
Last recorded91,247 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2010
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVG 236M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2010 91,247 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 91,019 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 90,719 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 90,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

slight play in n/s lower king pin bush

slight play in o/s lower king pin bush

Pass 10 Aug 2006 89,421 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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JVG 236M is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JVG 236M, 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 JVG 236M registered?

JVG 236M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 10 June 1974.

Is JVG 236M safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVG 236M shows 5 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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