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CDX 520L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,446 mi
Last recorded39,446 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDX 520L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 39,446 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 39,445 miles

Horn not working switch broken/adrift (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt burst (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holed at chassis leg at rear leaf spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 35,190 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 35,187 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2015 35,118 miles

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

Top radiator hose leaking

Pass 2 Jul 2009 33,652 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 33,648 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 31,688 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 31,430 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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CDX 520L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CDX 520L, 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 CDX 520L?

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What year was CDX 520L registered?

CDX 520L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1973.

Is CDX 520L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDX 520L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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