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SCD 773N

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

79,442 mi
Last recorded79,442 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCD 773N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 79,442 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 79,442 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 77,816 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 77,670 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 77,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached Locking device missing. (Split pin) (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 77,288 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 76,429 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 75,917 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 74,823 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 74,823 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 74,473 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 73,932 miles

Both front and nearside rear tyres perishing

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 73,515 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 72,646 miles

Both nearside and offside front tyre perishing slightly

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 72,150 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 72,009 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Jul 2009 71,567 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passenger's wiper blade has started to split

Slight lift in the offside front kingpin

Pass 27 Jul 2009 71,567 miles

Passenger's wiper blade has started to split

Slight lift in the offside front kingpin

Pass 16 Aug 2008 6,334 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 6,199 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 6,180 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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SCD 773N is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SCD 773N, 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 SCD 773N?

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What year was SCD 773N registered?

SCD 773N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 3 September 1974.

Is SCD 773N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCD 773N shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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