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UHW 795N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,514 mi
Last recorded52,514 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHW 795N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 52,514 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 52,353 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front king pin rubbers beginning to perish

both track rod ends close to fouling wheels

front & rear floors corroded

fuel lines corroded

inner sills corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2014 52,353 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front king pin rubbers beginning to perish

both track rod ends close to fouling wheels

front & rear floors corroded

fuel lines corroded

inner sills corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2007 52,344 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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UHW 795N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UHW 795N, 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 UHW 795N?

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What year was UHW 795N registered?

UHW 795N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 18 September 1974.

Is UHW 795N safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHW 795N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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