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REG 563M

1974 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,960 mi
Last recorded113,960 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREG 563M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 113,960 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2025 113,956 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn king pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn king pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2016 9,499 miles

front king pins have slight play

Pass 13 Mar 2015 8,871 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 8,270 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 7,864 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 7,394 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 7,225 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 6,964 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 6,584 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 5,960 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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REG 563M is a 1974 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 REG 563M, 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 REG 563M?

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What year was REG 563M registered?

REG 563M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is REG 563M safe to buy?

The MOT history for REG 563M shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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