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BPU 763L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

31,502 mi
Last recorded31,502 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPU 763L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 31,502 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 31,347 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 31,086 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 30,639 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 30,005 miles

Nearside Front king pin has slight play in bushes

Pass 17 May 2019 29,592 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 28,653 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 28,009 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 27,933 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 27,903 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 27,887 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 27,828 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 27,759 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 27,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2011 27,198 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,070 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 25,609 miles

near side front kingpin has slight play

near side rear wheel damp

Pass 5 Jun 2008 25,240 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 24,757 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 24,570 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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BPU 763L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BPU 763L, 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 BPU 763L?

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What year was BPU 763L registered?

BPU 763L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 July 1973.

Is BPU 763L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPU 763L shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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