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SKX 459M

1974 MG B

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

14,217 mi
Last recorded14,217 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKX 459M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 14,217 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 13,990 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 13,831 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 13,330 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 13,144 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 13,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 12,686 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 12,411 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 12,117 miles

Nearside Rear Slight oil leak from half shaft seal.

Pass 22 Feb 2017 11,793 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 11,430 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 11,156 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,822 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 10,572 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 10,315 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 9,883 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 9,680 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 9,534 miles

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

both h/lights starting to lose reflectors

slight oil leak from rear axle n/s

Pass 6 Aug 2008 9,313 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 9,191 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 8,936 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 8,936 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SKX 459M is a 1974 MG B in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 SKX 459M, 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 SKX 459M?

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What year was SKX 459M registered?

SKX 459M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 10 June 1974.

Is SKX 459M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKX 459M shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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