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SME 818M

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,441 mi
Last recorded71,441 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSME 818M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2018 71,441 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 71,179 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 70,704 miles

Nearside Jacking point corroded.

Pass 3 Mar 2015 70,311 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 69,768 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 69,238 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 68,641 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 68,319 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 66,751 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 65,870 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 64,818 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 62,897 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 60,544 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 18,183 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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SME 818M 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 100%.

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 SME 818M, 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 SME 818M?

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What year was SME 818M registered?

SME 818M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 14 May 1974.

Is SME 818M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SME 818M shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SME 818M have outstanding finance?

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