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PUJ 579M

1974 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,737 mi
Last recorded75,737 miles
Recorded on25 May 2010
Typical for 1974 MG B Roadster24,235 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUJ 579M
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2010 75,737 miles

rear axle straps perished

steering rack boots perished

Fail 11 May 2010 75,721 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

rear axle straps perished

steering rack boots perished

Pass 19 May 2009 75,161 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 74,930 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2007 74,930 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 74,595 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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PUJ 579M is a 1974 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 24,235 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PUJ 579M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PUJ 579M registered?

PUJ 579M is a 1974 MG B Roadster, first registered on 10 April 1974.

Is PUJ 579M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUJ 579M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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