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XWM 754M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,570 mi
Last recorded78,570 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWM 754M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 78,570 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 78,568 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2019 78,565 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 78,538 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 78,236 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 78,071 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 78,071 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 77,917 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 77,517 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 77,196 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 76,984 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 76,929 miles

corrosion castle rails and floors

lift in front suspension

Pass 12 Jun 2009 76,686 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 76,414 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 76,342 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2007 76,342 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front 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)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2006 76,144 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 76,144 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

seat belt webbing routed behind hood frame

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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XWM 754M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XWM 754M, 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

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What year was XWM 754M registered?

XWM 754M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1974.

Is XWM 754M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWM 754M shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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