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RDB 271M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,444 mi
Last recorded56,444 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDB 271M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 56,444 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 56,358 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 56,252 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 55,867 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 55,686 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 55,686 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 55,299 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 55,299 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 54,836 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 54,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2010 54,589 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 54,339 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 54,339 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 54,233 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 53,871 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 53,706 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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RDB 271M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 RDB 271M, 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 RDB 271M?

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What year was RDB 271M registered?

RDB 271M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 7 June 1974.

Is RDB 271M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDB 271M shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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