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WMU 199M

1974 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

8,993 mi
Last recorded8,993 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMU 199M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 8,993 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 6,499 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 5,697 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 5,695 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 5,682 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 5,629 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 5,152 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 4,690 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 4,666 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 4,541 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 4,446 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 4,109 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 3,447 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 2,901 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 133 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 81 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 99,953 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 99,594 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 99,592 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

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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WMU 199M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WMU 199M, 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 WMU 199M?

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What year was WMU 199M registered?

WMU 199M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 July 1974.

Is WMU 199M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMU 199M shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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