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MGF 422P

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,406 mi
Last recorded10,406 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGF 422P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 10,406 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 10,337 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 10,209 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 10,084 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 9,784 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 9,575 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 9,291 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 9,038 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 8,887 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 8,887 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 May 2008 8,484 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 7,914 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 7,409 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Axle Rubber Tie Straps Perished

Pass 2 Jun 2006 7,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Axle Rubber Tie Straps Perished

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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MGF 422P is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 MGF 422P, 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 51 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 MGF 422P registered?

MGF 422P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 12 September 1975.

Is MGF 422P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGF 422P shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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