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PFV 819N

1974 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,587 mi
Last recorded39,587 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFV 819N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 39,587 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 38,721 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 38,702 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 38,666 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 38,663 miles

light cracking on side wall offside front nearside front

Pass 17 Aug 2015 38,643 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 38,581 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 38,510 miles

light surface cracking on tyre sidewalls

Pass 9 Aug 2012 38,455 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 38,364 miles

advice , o/s and n/s rear tyres lightly cracking on sidewalls,but not exposing ply

Pass 23 Aug 2010 38,324 miles

advice light cracking on rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 21 Aug 2009 38,291 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 38,244 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 38,210 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 38,143 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 38,112 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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PFV 819N is a 1974 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PFV 819N, 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 PFV 819N?

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What year was PFV 819N registered?

PFV 819N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is PFV 819N safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFV 819N shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFV 819N have outstanding finance?

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