MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,096 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake fluid residue around N/S/R brake back plate (no leaks found at time of test)
Corrosion under whole of vehicle inc floor, suspension components & chassis
Exhaust centre silencer damaged
Hole in O/S/R outer wing around sill (box section behind sill ok)
Retaining bolt missing from gearbox mounting/support bar
Slight play in N/S/R wheel bearing
Steering column top bearing slightly worn
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6.C2)
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 Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Brake fluid residue around N/S/R brake back plate (no leaks found at time of test)
Corrosion under whole of vehicle inc floor,suspension components & chassis
Exhaust centre silencer damaged
Hole in O/S/R outer wing around sill (box section behind sill ok)
Retaining bolt missing from gearbox mounting/support bar
Slight play in N/S/R wheel bearing
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SGB 130N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 SGB 130N, 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 SGB 130N?
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What year was SGB 130N registered?
SGB 130N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1974.
Is SGB 130N safe to buy?
The MOT history for SGB 130N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SGB 130N have outstanding finance?
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