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SWY 955M

1974 MG B

Gold Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,127 mi
Last recorded4,127 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWY 955M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 4,127 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 3,644 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 3,430 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 2,572 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021
Pass 9 May 2008 14,390 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 14,390 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 14,371 miles

rear bumper not fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2007 14,371 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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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SWY 955M is a 1974 MG B in Gold with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SWY 955M, 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 SWY 955M registered?

SWY 955M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 9 May 1974.

Is SWY 955M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWY 955M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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