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VYR 651M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

29,408 mi
Last recorded29,408 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYR 651M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 29,408 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 28,587 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 28,575 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 28,381 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 28,289 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 28,214 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 28,177 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 27,911 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 27,911 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 27,843 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 27,841 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 27,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 27,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 27,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 26,997 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 26,997 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2007 25,935 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 25,202 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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VYR 651M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VYR 651M, 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

How do I check the history of VYR 651M?

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What year was VYR 651M registered?

VYR 651M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 19 April 1974.

Is VYR 651M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYR 651M shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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