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SKX 679M

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,081 mi
Last recorded26,081 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKX 679M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 26,081 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 26,081 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 25,968 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 25,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 25,706 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 24,949 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 24,524 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 24,065 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 23,702 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 23,584 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 23,497 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 23,260 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 23,021 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 22,234 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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SKX 679M is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 679M, 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 679M?

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What year was SKX 679M registered?

SKX 679M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 7 June 1974.

Is SKX 679M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKX 679M shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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