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POV 747M

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

96,623 mi
Last recorded96,623 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOV 747M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 96,623 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 96,103 miles

n/s/front steering rack boot has small split but not allowing ingress of dirt or moisture

Pass 25 Jan 2020 95,856 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 95,122 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 94,433 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 93,950 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 92,819 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 91,941 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 91,151 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 2,447 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 90,130 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 89,484 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 88,931 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 88,452 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 88,082 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 87,692 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 86,767 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 86,767 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 747M is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 747M, 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 747M?

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What year was POV 747M registered?

POV 747M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 14 January 1974.

Is POV 747M safe to buy?

The MOT history for POV 747M shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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