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CDB 177L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,231 mi
Last recorded37,231 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDB 177L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 37,231 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 36,912 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 36,912 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 36,519 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 33,768 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 32,355 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 32,275 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 32,089 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 31,887 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 31,849 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 31,826 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 31,811 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 31,347 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 31,266 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 30,467 miles

front subframe mountings compliant

Pass 4 Jun 2008 28,993 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 25,918 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 25,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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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CDB 177L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CDB 177L, 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 CDB 177L?

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What year was CDB 177L registered?

CDB 177L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 June 1973.

Is CDB 177L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDB 177L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDB 177L have outstanding finance?

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