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KRB 566N

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,257 mi
Last recorded11,257 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRB 566N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 11,257 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 10,961 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 10,680 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 10,305 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 10,296 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 9,669 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 9,276 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 8,403 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 8,096 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 7,787 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 7,092 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 6,489 miles

both rear shock absorbers weaping oil

rear exhaust mounting broken but system still secure

Pass 9 Oct 2013 5,763 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 4,252 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 2,659 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 2,590 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 2,590 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 2,501 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 2,478 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 2,265 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 1,746 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 313 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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KRB 566N is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KRB 566N, 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 KRB 566N?

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What year was KRB 566N registered?

KRB 566N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is KRB 566N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRB 566N shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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