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VGJ 174M

1974 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,545 mi
Last recorded41,545 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGJ 174M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 41,545 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 40,931 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 40,828 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 40,755 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 40,480 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 40,473 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 40,465 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel pump union (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 40,368 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 40,328 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 40,288 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 40,236 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 40,139 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 40,063 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 40,044 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 39,764 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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VGJ 174M is a 1974 MG Mgb in White with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGJ 174M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGJ 174M registered?

VGJ 174M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 28 January 1974.

Is VGJ 174M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGJ 174M shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGJ 174M have outstanding finance?

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