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VRT 359M

1974 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,221 mi
Last recorded87,221 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRT 359M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2024 87,221 miles

Offside Rear Lamp unit slightly discoloured

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 87,002 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 86,336 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 86,318 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 86,307 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 86,278 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 86,233 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 86,049 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 85,997 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 85,989 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 85,969 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 85,950 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 85,915 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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VRT 359M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VRT 359M, 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

How do I check the history of VRT 359M?

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What year was VRT 359M registered?

VRT 359M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 May 1974.

Is VRT 359M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRT 359M shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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