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HFO 266L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,415 mi
Last recorded58,415 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFO 266L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2017 58,415 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak rear diff ()

Pass 13 May 2016 57,523 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 57,205 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 56,770 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 56,483 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 56,188 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 55,984 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 54,674 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 53,653 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,359 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 51,756 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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HFO 266L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HFO 266L, 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 HFO 266L?

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What year was HFO 266L registered?

HFO 266L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 24 January 1973.

Is HFO 266L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFO 266L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFO 266L have outstanding finance?

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