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UOR 444M

1974 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,560 mi
Last recorded72,560 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOR 444M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 72,560 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner wing corroded

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

bonnet second safety catch missing

general under-body covered with under-seal

Fail 23 Dec 2025 72,546 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 16 May 2023
Fail 6 May 2023

Brake performance unable to be tested Unable to complete test as offside rear flexi hose burst on first test (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Leak at joint of downpipe to first section of exhaust (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged Hose burst during Roller Brake Test (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Steering system excessively rough Steering rough and tight in places (2.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low Adjustments made (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021
Pass 1 Oct 2020

Steering arms have slight play at attatchment

Pass 10 Apr 2010 59,396 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2009 57,704 miles

accident damage to front.

dampness around n/s/r shockabsorber.

engine oil leaks

exhaust heavily corroded in places,

fuel pipes heavily corroded.

imbalance in rear brakes just in limit.

n/s/f wing poorly secured.

o/s headlight set slightly high.

o/s/f wing rusted through.

poor beam pattern in n/s headlight.

slight play o/s/f king pin

suspension components corroded.

wheel arches corroded.

Pass 27 Jan 2008 54,545 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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UOR 444M is a 1974 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 UOR 444M, 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.

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What year was UOR 444M registered?

UOR 444M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 11 June 1974.

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