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ASR 89L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,155 mi
Last recorded17,155 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASR 89L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 17,155 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 16,975 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 16,707 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 16,606 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 16,448 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 16,180 miles

general oil leaks underside of vehicle

Pass 27 Jun 2017 15,802 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 15,492 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 15,217 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 14,804 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 14,474 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 13,904 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 13,519 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,092 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 13,092 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 12,873 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,370 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 11,965 miles

slight vertical play in n/s/f trunion joint.

Pass 23 Jun 2006 11,250 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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ASR 89L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 ASR 89L, 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 ASR 89L?

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What year was ASR 89L registered?

ASR 89L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is ASR 89L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASR 89L shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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