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RNT 212M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,107 mi
Last recorded81,107 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNT 212M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 81,107 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 80,971 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 80,651 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 80,519 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 80,286 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 80,286 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 80,203 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 79,731 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 79,240 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 78,786 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 78,786 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 78,339 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 78,161 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 77,985 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 May 2014 77,985 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 77,682 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 77,515 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 77,515 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 77,375 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 76,930 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2010 76,930 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 76,556 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 76,281 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 75,730 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 74,892 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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RNT 212M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RNT 212M, 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 RNT 212M?

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What year was RNT 212M registered?

RNT 212M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 2 July 1974.

Is RNT 212M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNT 212M shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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