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UPX 12N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,919 mi
Last recorded49,919 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPX 12N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 49,919 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 49,827 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 49,757 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 49,724 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 49,387 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 48,916 miles

Windscreen cracked outside of swept area

Fail 10 Oct 2018 48,912 miles

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

Windscreen cracked outside of swept area

Pass 11 Oct 2017 48,296 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 47,778 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 47,711 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 47,454 miles

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

Windscreen cracked

Pass 15 Aug 2013 46,676 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 45,540 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 45,360 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen cracked in corner

Pass 24 Sep 2010 44,935 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 44,484 miles

Windscreen cracked

Pass 23 Sep 2008 44,152 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

slight lift n/s/f suspension pin

Fail 23 Sep 2008 44,152 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

slight lift n/s/f suspension pin

Pass 1 Sep 2007 43,762 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 43,245 miles

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

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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UPX 12N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UPX 12N, 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 UPX 12N?

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What year was UPX 12N registered?

UPX 12N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1974.

Is UPX 12N safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPX 12N shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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