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PKC 335M

1974 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,777 mi
Last recorded18,777 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKC 335M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 18,777 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 18,574 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 18,371 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,211 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 17,948 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 17,634 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,302 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 16,688 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 16,126 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 16,083 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 14,925 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,974 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 13,102 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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PKC 335M is a 1974 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PKC 335M, 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 PKC 335M?

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What year was PKC 335M registered?

PKC 335M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 26 April 1974.

Is PKC 335M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKC 335M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PKC 335M have outstanding finance?

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