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OWL 555M

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,648 mi
Last recorded17,648 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWL 555M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 17,648 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 17,357 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 17,357 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 16,683 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 16,157 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 13,928 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 11,767 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 9,807 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 8,645 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 7,453 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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OWL 555M is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OWL 555M, 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 OWL 555M?

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What year was OWL 555M registered?

OWL 555M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 6 February 1974.

Is OWL 555M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWL 555M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OWL 555M have outstanding finance?

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