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CRX 406M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

36,587 mi
Last recorded36,587 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRX 406M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 36,587 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 36,392 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 36,221 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 36,005 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 35,789 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 35,713 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 35,713 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 33,099 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 29,247 miles

massive oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2015 29,040 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 29,040 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 28,051 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 26,927 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2012 26,095 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 26,094 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 24,824 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 24,824 miles

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 23,289 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 18,061 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 10,345 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 10,345 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 4 Jan 2008 5,045 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 5,045 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 4,514 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 3,201 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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CRX 406M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 CRX 406M, 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 CRX 406M?

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What year was CRX 406M registered?

CRX 406M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1973.

Is CRX 406M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRX 406M shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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