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VGY 725M

1974 MG 1300

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,665 mi
Last recorded11,665 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2006
Typical for 1974 MG 130065,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGY 725M
MakeMG
Model1300
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2006 11,665 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 11,665 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG 1300?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 27
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
brake recording little or no effort 19
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VGY 725M is a 1974 MG 1300 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 MG 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 65,709 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG 1300 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGY 725M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 52 years old, this MG 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VGY 725M?

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What year was VGY 725M registered?

VGY 725M is a 1974 MG 1300, first registered on 22 April 1974.

Is VGY 725M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGY 725M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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