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POV 113M

1974 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,753 mi
Last recorded35,753 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOV 113M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 35,753 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 35,336 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 34,312 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 33,767 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 33,108 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 32,197 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,937 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 31,411 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 30,981 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

n/s front bump stop missing

wet day

Pass 26 May 2010 29,684 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 28,387 miles

n/s rear check strap nut missing

Pass 21 Jun 2007 27,504 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 26,766 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 26,766 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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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POV 113M is a 1974 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 POV 113M, 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 POV 113M?

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What year was POV 113M registered?

POV 113M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1974.

Is POV 113M safe to buy?

The MOT history for POV 113M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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