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MRK 574V

1980 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,942 mi
Last recorded17,942 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRK 574V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 17,942 miles

all tyres showing perrishing to walls

minor exhaust leaks to system center and rear

signs of slight liftto offside lower trunion

slight surface corrosion to near side and offside rear sill to floor

slight surface corrosion to rear valance

Pass 1 Jul 2013 17,869 miles

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

signs of slight wear to both lower trunions

Pass 19 May 2012 17,830 miles

slight perrising to all tyres

Fail 19 May 2012 17,830 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight perrising to all tyres

Pass 24 Feb 2011 17,822 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 17,821 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 17,544 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 17,350 miles

emission c o level near upper limit

slight lift in offside king pin

Pass 20 May 2006 15,548 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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MRK 574V is a 1980 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 MRK 574V, 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 46 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MRK 574V registered?

MRK 574V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 28 May 1980.

Is MRK 574V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRK 574V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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