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EWG 257L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,186 mi
Last recorded86,186 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWG 257L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 86,186 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 86,077 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 85,962 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 85,731 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 85,553 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 85,537 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 85,440 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 85,440 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 85,182 miles

center exhaust joint blowing slightly not to x/s at time of test.

engine bottom pully out of shape/vibrating.

Pass 3 Feb 2010 85,021 miles

slight rumble from n/s/f wheel bearing not rough when rotated.

Pass 6 Feb 2009 84,718 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 84,529 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 83,363 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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EWG 257L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EWG 257L, 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 EWG 257L?

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What year was EWG 257L registered?

EWG 257L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 9 May 1973.

Is EWG 257L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWG 257L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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