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VYD 12M

1974 MG Mgb

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,643 mi
Last recorded7,643 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYD 12M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 7,643 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 7,502 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 7,319 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 7,271 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Number Plate Damaged

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 7,258 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 7,246 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 7,185 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 7,185 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,114 miles

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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VYD 12M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VYD 12M, 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 VYD 12M?

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What year was VYD 12M registered?

VYD 12M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 February 1974.

Is VYD 12M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYD 12M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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