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WJX 489M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,455 mi
Last recorded57,455 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJX 489M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 57,455 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 54,415 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Aug 2017 54,415 miles

Fuel system component leaking rear carb (7.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Jan 2017 54,403 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 54,276 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 54,011 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 53,795 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 53,572 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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WJX 489M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WJX 489M, 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 WJX 489M?

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What year was WJX 489M registered?

WJX 489M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 29 May 1974.

Is WJX 489M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJX 489M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJX 489M have outstanding finance?

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