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PTP 37

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,394 mi
Last recorded19,394 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTP 37
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 19,394 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 19,380 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 19,380 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2019 19,350 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 19,274 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 19,217 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 19,156 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 19,128 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 79,100 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 19,035 miles

rear prop shaft u.j has slight play

water pump weeping

Pass 20 May 2013 19,005 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 May 2012 18,989 miles

small oil leak around gear box

Pass 1 Jun 2011 18,938 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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PTP 37 is a 1974 MG B in Red 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 PTP 37, 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 PTP 37?

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What year was PTP 37 registered?

PTP 37 is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 7 July 1974.

Is PTP 37 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTP 37 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.

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