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HOX 988L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,702 mi
Last recorded11,702 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOX 988L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 11,702 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 11,667 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 11,650 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 11,603 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 11,454 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 11,185 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 9,929 miles

both headlights

Fail 6 May 2009 9,929 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both headlights

Pass 25 Apr 2008 8,932 miles

nearside wiper blade

offside front bump stop missing

Pass 18 Apr 2007 7,564 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Apr 2007 7,564 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 4,556 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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HOX 988L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HOX 988L, 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

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What year was HOX 988L registered?

HOX 988L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 22 May 1973.

Is HOX 988L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOX 988L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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