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MG 710

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,968 mi
Last recorded31,968 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG 710
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 31,968 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 30,924 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 29,964 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 29,532 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 28,380 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 27,095 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 26,442 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 26,301 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 26,130 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 25,881 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 25,202 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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MG 710 is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MG 710, 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 MG 710?

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What year was MG 710 registered?

MG 710 is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 24 May 1973.

Is MG 710 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG 710 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MG 710 have outstanding finance?

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