MOT Status
ValidMileage
60,416 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Chassis/suspension/underside covered in under seal
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam king pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam king pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear NSR halfshaft has play
Offside Front front fog come on with sidelights
Offside Rear rear halfshaft has play
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
vehicle heavily undersealed
Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
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SFN 589M is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.
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 SFN 589M, 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 SFN 589M?
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What year was SFN 589M registered?
SFN 589M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 7 February 1974.
Is SFN 589M safe to buy?
The MOT history for SFN 589M shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SFN 589M have outstanding finance?
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