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SCF 189N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,698 mi
Last recorded4,698 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCF 189N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 4,698 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2014 4,548 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both rear tyres are in poor condition

Fail 18 Feb 2014 4,544 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

both rear tyres are in poor condition

Pass 22 Sep 2008 4,523 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

slight play o/s/f king pin

Pass 17 Jul 2007 4,470 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 4,208 miles

Slight movement in offside kingpin

oil leak

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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SCF 189N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SCF 189N, 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 SCF 189N registered?

SCF 189N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 5 September 1974.

Is SCF 189N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCF 189N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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