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ASR 973L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,157 mi
Last recorded26,157 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASR 973L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2018 26,157 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 25,785 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 25,468 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 25,064 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 24,634 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 24,365 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 24,243 miles

slight lift front kingpins.

Pass 23 May 2011 23,914 miles

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

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

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 973L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 973L, 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 973L?

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What year was ASR 973L registered?

ASR 973L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 26 March 1973.

Is ASR 973L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASR 973L shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASR 973L have outstanding finance?

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