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THT 342M

1974 MG B

Gold Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,502 mi
Last recorded90,502 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHT 342M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 90,502 miles

Engine oil leak from front crankshaft oil seal

Fail 24 May 2019 90,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed fouling tyre (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed fouling tyre (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Engine oil leak from front crankshaft oil seal

Pass 13 Mar 2018 89,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 88,778 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 86,405 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 83,749 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 80,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 80,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 76,118 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 72,242 miles

Oil leak

rear panhard rod mounting points on body and rear axle but rod not fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Mar 2011 66,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 56,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 62,174 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009
Pass 19 Mar 2008 13,685 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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THT 342M is a 1974 MG B in Gold with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 THT 342M, 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 THT 342M registered?

THT 342M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is THT 342M safe to buy?

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