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HRW 26L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,297 mi
Last recorded52,297 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRW 26L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 52,297 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 52,209 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 51,829 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 51,759 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 51,418 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 51,312 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 72,449 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 51,011 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 50,321 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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HRW 26L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HRW 26L, 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 HRW 26L?

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What year was HRW 26L registered?

HRW 26L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 5 June 1973.

Is HRW 26L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRW 26L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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