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NLF 76

1974 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,873 mi
Last recorded83,873 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLF 76
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 83,873 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 83,682 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 83,242 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2018 83,224 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 82,873 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 82,871 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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NLF 76 is a 1974 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NLF 76, 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 NLF 76?

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What year was NLF 76 registered?

NLF 76 is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 5 December 1974.

Is NLF 76 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLF 76 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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