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BGV 927L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,557 mi
Last recorded83,557 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGV 927L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 83,557 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 80,499 miles

Offside Front Tyre has wear on the inside edge of the tires tread

Pass 19 Nov 2015 78,176 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion by the leaf spring bolts (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre has uneven tread wear on the inside

Fail 16 Nov 2015 78,175 miles

Offside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp lights cut out whilst the Indicator is engaged (1.7.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Body has slight corrosion by the leaf spring bolts (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre has uneven tread wear on the inside

Pass 3 Oct 2014 75,391 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 71,585 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 71,584 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 64,214 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 64,213 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT STEERING RACK LINK ARMS WEAR

Pass 14 Dec 2010 60,737 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 60,737 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 55,258 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 55,256 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 50,479 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 47,135 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 43,886 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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BGV 927L is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BGV 927L, 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 BGV 927L?

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What year was BGV 927L registered?

BGV 927L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1973.

Is BGV 927L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGV 927L shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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