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DRA 250L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,414 mi
Last recorded5,414 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRA 250L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 5,414 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear axle travel straps broken/missing

Fail 13 Sep 2023 5,413 miles

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear axle travel straps broken/missing

Pass 11 May 2017 3,368 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 3,073 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 2,601 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2014 2,482 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 May 2013 2,014 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 May 2012 1,963 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 1,831 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 1,530 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 22 May 2009 1,221 miles

Advise, rear wheels feel slightly loose, check hubs

Pass 8 May 2008 985 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 May 2007 631 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 631 miles

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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DRA 250L is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DRA 250L, 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 DRA 250L?

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What year was DRA 250L registered?

DRA 250L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is DRA 250L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRA 250L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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