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ABW 300M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,102 mi
Last recorded11,102 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 300M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 11,102 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 9,307 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 5,565 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 2,818 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 99,918 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

handbrake cable resting on exhaust

handbrake levers catching on rear wheels

osf coil spring mount plate slight play due to bolt not tight

Pass 13 Aug 2013 95,885 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 95,885 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 92,084 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 87,523 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 83,053 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 77,674 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 74,723 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 72,919 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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ABW 300M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 ABW 300M, 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 53 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 ABW 300M?

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What year was ABW 300M registered?

ABW 300M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is ABW 300M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 300M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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