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RAP 652M

1974 MG B

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,255 mi
Last recorded75,255 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAP 652M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 75,255 miles

Nearside Rear brake back plate damp

Pass 26 Sep 2017 75,068 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 74,976 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 74,870 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 74,870 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 74,601 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 74,518 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 74,368 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 74,261 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 74,052 miles

both batteries insecure

Pass 28 Sep 2009 73,748 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 73,596 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 73,426 miles

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

n/s/f tyre has flat spot

Fail 2 Oct 2007 73,426 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

n/s/f tyre has flat spot

Pass 5 Oct 2006 73,219 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 72,969 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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RAP 652M is a 1974 MG B in Maroon 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 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 652M, 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 652M registered?

RAP 652M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is RAP 652M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAP 652M 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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