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KAU 404N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,200 mi
Last recorded25,200 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAU 404N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 25,200 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 22,490 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear slight oil leak from rear wheel / axle hub oil seal

Pass 3 Mar 2017 22,050 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak from nearside rear wheel hub oil seal

Pass 16 Mar 2016 21,004 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 19,805 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 18,698 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 17,824 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,336 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 16,218 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 15,557 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 14,354 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

near side front wheel brake binding on //slightly

near side rear wheel slightl down on effort on sevice brake

Fail 7 Apr 2008 13,549 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

excessive rust on /petol tank/

Pass 7 Apr 2008 13,549 miles

excessive rust on /petol tank/

Pass 26 Mar 2007 11,742 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Mar 2007 11,742 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 10,383 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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KAU 404N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 KAU 404N, 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 KAU 404N?

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What year was KAU 404N registered?

KAU 404N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 11 September 1974.

Is KAU 404N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAU 404N shows 16 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.

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