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KEN 444N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,782 mi
Last recorded36,782 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEN 444N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 36,782 miles

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Oil leak ()

Slight play in steering rack

Fail 18 Sep 2017 36,782 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Oil leak ()

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 20 Sep 2016 35,936 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing has slight play

o/s indicators flash slower than n/s

oil leaks

wipers smearing boarderline

Pass 28 Aug 2015 34,777 miles

imbalance on rear brakes boarderline

o/s washer jet misaligned

o/s/r brake binding

oil leaks

play in o/s/f anti rollbar mounting bush

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 28 Aug 2015 34,777 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

imbalance on rear brakes boarderline

o/s washer jet misaligned

o/s/r brake binding

oil leaks

play in o/s/f anti rollbar mounting bush

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 11 Aug 2014 33,738 miles

exhaust fouling body

oil leaks

play in brake pedal

play in front antiroll bar mounting bushes

poss slight fuel leak from carbs

rear diff oil leak

slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

slight play in steering colum uj

Pass 5 Aug 2013 31,804 miles

aims on lower limit

exhaust has been repaied and is weeping

mirrors slightly loose

n/s washer jet misalinged

o/s wiper smearing

o/s/r brake binding slightly

play in brake pedal

possible fluid leak from steering rack

various suspension bushes deteriorated

Pass 9 Aug 2012 30,328 miles

aims on lower limit

play in o/s/f antiroll bar mounting bush

wipers smearing- boarderline

Fail 8 Aug 2012 30,320 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

aims on lower limit

play in o/s/f antiroll bar mounting bush

wipers smearing- boarderline

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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KEN 444N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KEN 444N, 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

How do I check the history of KEN 444N?

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What year was KEN 444N registered?

KEN 444N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is KEN 444N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEN 444N shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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