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HOP 299L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,234 mi
Last recorded2,234 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOP 299L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 2,234 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 1,189 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 125 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 3 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 3 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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HOP 299L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HOP 299L, 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 HOP 299L?

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What year was HOP 299L registered?

HOP 299L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1973.

Is HOP 299L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOP 299L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HOP 299L have outstanding finance?

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