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RDB 729M

1974 MG Mgb

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,407 mi
Last recorded10,407 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDB 729M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 10,407 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 10,398 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 10,069 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Pass 12 Jun 2015 9,454 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre cracked in tread

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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RDB 729M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RDB 729M, 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 RDB 729M registered?

RDB 729M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 July 1974.

Is RDB 729M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDB 729M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RDB 729M have outstanding finance?

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