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ELJ 730L

1973 MG Unknown

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,565 mi
Last recorded69,565 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELJ 730L
MakeMG
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 69,565 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 69,287 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 68,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the MG Unknown?

Based on 711 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,492
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp not working 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 5
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5
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ELJ 730L is a 1973 MG Unknown in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a MG Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELJ 730L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 53 years old, this MG Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELJ 730L?

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What year was ELJ 730L registered?

ELJ 730L is a 1973 MG Unknown, first registered on 3 April 1973.

Is ELJ 730L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELJ 730L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELJ 730L have outstanding finance?

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