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HTV 773N

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

1,842 mi
Last recorded1,842 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTV 773N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 1,842 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 1,531 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush leaf spring bracket rubber bushes worn slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front slight play in king pin assembly

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 99,360 miles

Rear no seat-belts fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Mar 2018 99,014 miles

no rear seat-belts fitted

Fail 22 Mar 2018 98,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

no rear seat-belts fitted

slight play found at steering wheel

Pass 22 Mar 2017 98,353 miles

Nearside Rear slight weep from shock absorber

Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,783 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 96,775 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 95,957 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

windscreen wipers do not self park

Pass 4 Apr 2013 94,840 miles

n/s door mirror is loose

windscreen wipers do not self park

Pass 12 Apr 2012 92,999 miles

signs of corrosion on chassis by o/s/r rear spring shackle

unable to open tailgate but able to do adequate inspection from inside vehicle

windscreen wipers do not self park

Pass 4 Apr 2011 87,476 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 82,359 miles

all rear spring eye bushes are deteriorayed but not allowing excessive movement

both n/s/f & o/s/f suspension top rubber bushes are deteriorated but not allowing excessive movement

o/s/f tyre has split in inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

play found in rear propshaft universal joint

Pass 29 Jan 2009 81,821 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

both n/s/f and o/s/f suspension top bubber bushes are deteriorated but not allowing excessive movement

front and rear eye bushes to both n/s/r and o/s/r springs are deteriorated but not allowing excessive movement

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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HTV 773N is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HTV 773N, 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 HTV 773N?

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What year was HTV 773N registered?

HTV 773N is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 29 March 1973.

Is HTV 773N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTV 773N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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