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CET 768L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,361 mi
Last recorded60,361 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCET 768L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 60,361 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively both prop shaft joints have slight play. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 60,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively both prop shaft joints have slight play. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 59,263 miles

slight oil leak from transmission

Pass 24 Apr 2018 58,623 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Upper trunions both n/s and o/s have slight play

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of wear on side wall

Offside Front Lower trunion has slight play

Pass 20 Apr 2017 58,077 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Fail 19 Apr 2017 58,077 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 57,473 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 57,473 miles

Road wheel spoke excessively loose near side front (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 56,430 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 55,635 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 55,015 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 54,982 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 54,972 miles

centre silencer damaged

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 Apr 2007 54,870 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE FRONT WHEEL

UNDERNEATH HEAVILY UNDER SEALED

Pass 10 Apr 2006 54,698 miles

centre silencer slightly damaged

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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CET 768L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CET 768L, 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

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What year was CET 768L registered?

CET 768L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is CET 768L safe to buy?

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