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PKU 850M

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,228 mi
Last recorded49,228 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKU 850M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 49,228 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 48,994 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 48,994 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 48,844 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 48,843 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 48,526 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 48,526 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 47,192 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 47,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 45,958 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 44,125 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 42,299 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 41,347 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 40,623 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 37,673 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 36,886 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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PKU 850M is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PKU 850M, 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 PKU 850M?

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What year was PKU 850M registered?

PKU 850M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 26 March 1974.

Is PKU 850M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKU 850M shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PKU 850M have outstanding finance?

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