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RKV 549M

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,576 mi
Last recorded69,576 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKV 549M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 69,576 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 69,576 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 21 May 2021 68,142 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 May 2021 68,138 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective part of rubber seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 67,659 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 67,170 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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RKV 549M is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RKV 549M, 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 RKV 549M?

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What year was RKV 549M registered?

RKV 549M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 5 July 1974.

Is RKV 549M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKV 549M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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