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RAF 947M

1974 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,891 mi
Last recorded33,891 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAF 947M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 33,891 miles

Nearside Rear Axle check strap splitting.

Offside Rear Axle check strap splitting.

Fail 30 Jun 2021 33,891 miles

Nearside Rear Axle check strap splitting.

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Axle check strap splitting.

Pass 18 May 2018 32,441 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 31,368 miles

steering column top bush worn

steering rack slightly notchy

Pass 10 May 2016 29,911 miles

slight play n/s/f suspension top joint

steering operation slightly notchy

Pass 28 May 2015 28,476 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 26,820 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 25,265 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 23,018 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 21,255 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 18,222 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 14,965 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 14,099 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 26 May 2007 12,571 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 11,047 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 11,047 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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RAF 947M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAF 947M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RAF 947M registered?

RAF 947M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 19 April 1974.

Is RAF 947M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAF 947M shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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