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RTT 714N

1974 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,922 mi
Last recorded59,922 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTT 714N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 59,922 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 59,299 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 59,299 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2019 58,777 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 57,440 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front castle section corroded

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor front spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front castle section corroded

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor front spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 57,301 miles

Oil leak ()

nearside front floor pan rusted

Fail 21 Apr 2017 57,300 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak ()

nearside front floor pan rusted

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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RTT 714N is a 1974 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RTT 714N, 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

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What year was RTT 714N registered?

RTT 714N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1974.

Is RTT 714N safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTT 714N shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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