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GHE 999L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

2,465 mi
Last recorded2,465 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHE 999L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 2,465 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 2,139 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 1,924 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 1,858 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 1,707 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 1,359 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 1,233 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 786 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 783 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 May 2012 455 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 98,279 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2010 97,374 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 96,871 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 96,868 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2008 96,389 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 95,941 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 95,724 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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GHE 999L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GHE 999L, 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 GHE 999L?

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What year was GHE 999L registered?

GHE 999L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is GHE 999L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHE 999L shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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