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VPH 972M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

19,157 mi
Last recorded19,157 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPH 972M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 19,157 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 18,859 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 18,168 miles

underside chassis undersealed

Pass 27 Mar 2019 15,671 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 14,603 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 13,808 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 12,546 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 11,855 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 11,776 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 10,376 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 10,376 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 10,066 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

indicators have slow flash rate at idle

Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,218 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 6,439 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 6,257 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 6,254 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 5,851 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 5 Apr 2006 5,804 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 5,804 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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VPH 972M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VPH 972M, 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 VPH 972M registered?

VPH 972M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 26 April 1974.

Is VPH 972M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPH 972M shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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