CarVerify

Free Car Check

NJK 874M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,176 mi
Last recorded26,176 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJK 874M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 26,176 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 25,082 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 23,012 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 21,835 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 20,661 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 19,180 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 18,812 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,779 miles

N/s/f tyre tread low on outer edge.

Rear suspension spring hanger bushes perished.

Pass 21 Aug 2009 18,620 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 16,675 miles

n/s headlamp on min height setting

slight exhaust blow from joint

Fail 3 Mar 2008 16,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

n/s headlamp on min height setting

slight exhaust blow from joint

Fail 26 Jun 2006 15,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack.

Slight play in both front wheel bearings.

Pass 26 Jun 2006 15,603 miles

Play in steering rack.

Slight play in both front wheel bearings.

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
Full MG B reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NJK 874M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 NJK 874M, 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 53 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 NJK 874M?

You can check the full history of NJK 874M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NJK 874M registered?

NJK 874M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is NJK 874M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJK 874M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJK 874M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NJK 874M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.