MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,969 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
rear parkbrake cable slightly corroded
Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside An item not tested (Manual)
Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)
Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
handbrake lever travel high. †accelerator pedal pivot has play. †play to upper steering colulmn. †carburettor breather hose perishing. †steering rack has wear & slightly noisey. †engine oil leaks.
n/s/r half shaft seal leaking & rear diff. †low performance o/s/r handbrake.
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
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VAN 868M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 VAN 868M, 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 VAN 868M registered?
VAN 868M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 10 April 1974.
Is VAN 868M safe to buy?
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