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RKV 567M

1974 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,197 mi
Last recorded37,197 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKV 567M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 37,197 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 37,103 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 36,852 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 36,689 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 36,688 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))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 36,254 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 35,744 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 35,744 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 35,201 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 35,027 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 34,870 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 34,170 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 33,851 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Pass 13 Mar 2012 33,045 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 32,773 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 31,734 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 31,335 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 31,306 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 30,852 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 29,690 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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RKV 567M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RKV 567M, 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

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What year was RKV 567M registered?

RKV 567M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is RKV 567M safe to buy?

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