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DED 1L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,181 mi
Last recorded8,181 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDED 1L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 8,181 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 8,173 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 8,164 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 8,006 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 7,801 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 7,515 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 7,187 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 6,607 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 6,142 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,560 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 4,992 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 18 May 2015 4,992 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 4,734 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 4,734 miles

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 16 May 2013 3,961 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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DED 1L 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 86.7%.

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 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 DED 1L, 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 DED 1L?

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What year was DED 1L registered?

DED 1L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 11 June 1973.

Is DED 1L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DED 1L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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