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VBP 143N

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,361 mi
Last recorded23,361 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBP 143N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 23,361 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 22,483 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 21,778 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 21,394 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 20,967 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 20,589 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,114 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 19,763 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 19,763 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 19,212 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s/f sill corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,176 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 19,168 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 18,820 miles

Both upper trunion bushes are deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/s rear outer sill contains body filler

O/S lower trunion is worn and allowing slight movement

Please note : trunion bushes are deteriorated but not allowing excessive movement

Rear fog light fitted but not working

o/s wiper blade starting to split

Fail 8 Aug 2008 18,818 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Both upper trunion bushes are deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/s rear outer sill contains body filler

Rear fog light fitted but not working

o/s wiper blade starting to split

Pass 17 Aug 2007 18,586 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 18,325 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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VBP 143N is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VBP 143N, 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 VBP 143N registered?

VBP 143N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 15 August 1974.

Is VBP 143N safe to buy?

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