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SBL 846M

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,469 mi
Last recorded32,469 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBL 846M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 32,469 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 32,062 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all front lower (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mounts perished

Pass 8 Mar 2016 30,865 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 29,928 miles

offside rear axle strap broken

Pass 13 Mar 2014 28,876 miles

all tyres perrished

Fail 10 Mar 2014 28,861 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

all tyres perrished

Pass 16 Mar 2013 27,916 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,089 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 26,323 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 25,323 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 24,343 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 23,569 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 22,152 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 22,142 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Both rear axle straps broken. Slight dampness around fuel pump.

Pass 14 Mar 2006 20,793 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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SBL 846M is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SBL 846M, 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 SBL 846M registered?

SBL 846M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 31 January 1974.

Is SBL 846M safe to buy?

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