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RAP 363M

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,451 mi
Last recorded52,451 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAP 363M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 52,451 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 51,992 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 51,475 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 50,933 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 50,032 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 49,707 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 49,197 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 48,844 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 48,417 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 47,969 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 47,578 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 47,030 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak on gearbox out put shaft seal

Pass 6 Jun 2009 46,832 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

out put seal sight leak gearbox

Pass 7 Jun 2008 46,191 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 45,940 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 44,306 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 44,304 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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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RAP 363M is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RAP 363M, 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

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What year was RAP 363M registered?

RAP 363M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 23 May 1974.

Is RAP 363M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAP 363M shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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