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BBN 603L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,765 mi
Last recorded93,765 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBN 603L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 93,765 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 93,752 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 93,726 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 93,622 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 93,291 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 93,239 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 93,226 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 92,671 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 91,835 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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BBN 603L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BBN 603L, 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 BBN 603L?

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What year was BBN 603L registered?

BBN 603L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 7 June 1973.

Is BBN 603L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBN 603L shows 9 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 BBN 603L have outstanding finance?

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