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PYS 531M

1974 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

91,472 mi
Last recorded91,472 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYS 531M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 91,472 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 90,926 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 90,926 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 90,232 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 89,244 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 88,551 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 88,366 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 88,256 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 88,149 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 87,963 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 87,502 miles

nearside kingpin bush slightly worn

Pass 25 Jan 2008 87,459 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 85,973 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 84,294 miles

slight play is present in the nearside front suspension trunion.

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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PYS 531M is a 1974 MG B in Purple 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 PYS 531M, 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 PYS 531M?

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What year was PYS 531M registered?

PYS 531M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1974.

Is PYS 531M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYS 531M 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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