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VMP 687M

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

85,583 mi
Last recorded85,583 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMP 687M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 85,583 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle heavily covered in under seal

Fail 22 Oct 2022 85,573 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill to floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Inner sill to outer sill not welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner sill to outer sill not welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner arch to outer not welded and patched missed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle heavily covered in under seal

Fail 26 Oct 2021 85,474 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front if inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill various holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside outer sill appears to be covered in filler

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside heavily covered in underseal

Pass 26 Oct 2020 85,126 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 83,959 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing slight noise

vacuum hose starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 Jun 2017 83,436 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 82,710 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 May 2015 81,819 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 80,769 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 79,505 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 78,524 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 77,035 miles

hazard warning rate excessive

o/s/r service & parking brake performance low

play in n/s/f lower trunnion

play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 1 Jun 2010 76,211 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 74,601 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 73,436 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 71,848 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 70,620 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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VMP 687M is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VMP 687M, 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 VMP 687M registered?

VMP 687M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1974.

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