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SAX 262N

1974 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,391 mi
Last recorded73,391 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAX 262N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 73,391 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 73,336 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 73,279 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 73,160 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 72,844 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 72,585 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 72,580 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 72,304 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 72,019 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 71,410 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 70,424 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 69,627 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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SAX 262N is a 1974 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SAX 262N, 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 SAX 262N?

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What year was SAX 262N registered?

SAX 262N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is SAX 262N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAX 262N shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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