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HVG 835L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

84,121 mi
Last recorded84,121 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 835L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 84,121 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 84,096 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 83,698 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 83,348 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 83,339 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Floor excessively deteriorated centre (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 83,331 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 83,314 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 83,314 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 83,192 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 83,162 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 83,145 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 83,132 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 83,088 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 82,911 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 82,560 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 82,166 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 81,699 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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HVG 835L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HVG 835L, 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 HVG 835L?

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What year was HVG 835L registered?

HVG 835L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is HVG 835L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 835L shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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