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WCG 289N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,350 mi
Last recorded61,350 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCG 289N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 May 2017 61,350 miles

Offside track rod end ball joint gaiter perishing.

Slight play in offside front suspension lower wishbone outer bush.

Pass 24 Jun 2016 61,287 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Slight play in offside front suspension lower outer bush.

Pass 23 Jun 2015 61,102 miles

Offside steering rack gaiter perishing.

Slight play in offside front suspension lower wishbone outer bush.

Pass 26 Jun 2014 60,843 miles

Offside steering rack gaiter perishing.

Slight play in nearside front suspension lower trunnion bush.

Pass 11 Jun 2013 60,801 miles

Slight play in offside front suspension lower wishbone outer bush.

Pass 28 Jun 2012 60,377 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 60,046 miles

Front tyres starting to perish.

Rear tyres perishing.

Slight play in offside front suspension lower wishbone outer bush.

Pass 29 May 2010 59,612 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 58,305 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 57,665 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 57,179 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 55,942 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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WCG 289N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WCG 289N, 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 WCG 289N?

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What year was WCG 289N registered?

WCG 289N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 23 October 1974.

Is WCG 289N safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCG 289N shows 12 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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