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SPU 620M

1974 MG B

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,504 mi
Last recorded76,504 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPU 620M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 76,504 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 75,902 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 75,448 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 75,448 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 74,826 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 74,281 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 74,280 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 73,713 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 72,727 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 71,278 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 71,278 miles

Headlamp aim too high both to high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 70,348 miles

exhaust mounting rubber split on middle

offside front brake flexy traces its catching on tyre ?

Pass 10 Jul 2014 69,356 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

exhaust middle mounting rubber split

indicator flashing abit slow?

Fail 10 Jul 2014 69,356 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

exhaust middle mounting rubber split

indicator flashing abit slow?

Pass 10 Jul 2013 68,329 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 66,966 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 66,921 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 66,906 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 66,837 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 66,792 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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SPU 620M is a 1974 MG B in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SPU 620M, 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

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What year was SPU 620M registered?

SPU 620M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 21 June 1974.

Is SPU 620M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPU 620M shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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