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HOW 373L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

432,288 mi
Last recorded432,288 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2010
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOW 373L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2010 432,288 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 43,266 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 42,102 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 42,028 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 41,972 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 41,907 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 41,852 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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HOW 373L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HOW 373L, 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 HOW 373L?

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What year was HOW 373L registered?

HOW 373L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 25 April 1973.

Is HOW 373L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOW 373L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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