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RCV 965M

1974 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,804 mi
Last recorded3,804 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2007
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCV 965M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2007 3,804 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 3,777 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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RCV 965M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RCV 965M, 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 RCV 965M registered?

RCV 965M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 8 May 1974.

Is RCV 965M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCV 965M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RCV 965M have outstanding finance?

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