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VTF 699M

1974 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,179 mi
Last recorded36,179 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTF 699M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 36,179 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 33,813 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 31,185 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 29,465 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 29,447 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 27,619 miles

Offside Outer Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 25,871 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 24,948 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 23,634 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 23,488 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2005 22,546 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2005 22,546 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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VTF 699M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VTF 699M, 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 VTF 699M registered?

VTF 699M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 20 June 1974.

Is VTF 699M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTF 699M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VTF 699M have outstanding finance?

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