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DHJ 730

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

315 mi
Last recorded315 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHJ 730
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 315 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Very slight oil leaks from engine, gear box and rear axle. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Very slight wear/play in steering rack ball joint off side

Pass 17 May 2019 205 miles

direction indicators not self cancelling

steering lock not working

Pass 1 Jun 2018 196 miles

direction indicators not self canceling

steering lock not working

Pass 5 May 2017 162 miles

direction indicators fail to self cancel

steering lock fails to engauge

Pass 6 May 2016 158 miles

steering lock not working

Pass 14 Apr 2015 144 miles

Steering lock not working.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 134 miles

Steering lock not working.

Pass 26 Apr 2013 101 miles

Steering lock not working.

Pass 5 Apr 2012 71 miles

Steering lock not working

Fail 5 Apr 2012 71 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering lock not working

Pass 31 Mar 2011 4 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 2,684 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 2,579 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 2,552 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 2,418 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 2,418 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DHJ 730 is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DHJ 730, 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 DHJ 730 registered?

DHJ 730 is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is DHJ 730 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHJ 730 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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