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SMG 105M

1974 MG 1300

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,244 mi
Last recorded79,244 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2007
Typical for 1974 MG 130065,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMG 105M
MakeMG
Model1300
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2007 79,244 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 79,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the MG 1300?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 27
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
brake recording little or no effort 19
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SMG 105M is a 1974 MG 1300 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 MG 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 65,709 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 1300 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMG 105M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 52 years old, this MG 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SMG 105M?

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What year was SMG 105M registered?

SMG 105M is a 1974 MG 1300, first registered on 24 May 1974.

Is SMG 105M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMG 105M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SMG 105M have outstanding finance?

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