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SFL 359N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,455 mi
Last recorded16,455 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFL 359N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 16,455 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 16,419 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 16,358 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play kingpin (2.2.B.1g)

nearside front tyre sidewall cracked

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

offside front tyre sidewall cracked

Fail 5 Dec 2015 16,358 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings near leaf spring mounting (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play kingpin (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside front tyre sidewall cracked

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

offside front tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 5 Aug 2008 16,066 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 15,553 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 11,532 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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SFL 359N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc 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 SFL 359N, 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 SFL 359N?

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What year was SFL 359N registered?

SFL 359N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is SFL 359N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFL 359N 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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