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MGH 7L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

33,986 mi
Last recorded33,986 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGH 7L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 33,986 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 33,932 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 33,729 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 33,511 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 33,347 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 33,264 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 32,888 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 32,880 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 32,656 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 32,243 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 32,243 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 31,820 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 31,820 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 31,328 miles

Spare tyre defective

main beam warning lap does not work.

Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,527 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 30,527 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 29,233 miles

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 29,233 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 28,265 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 28,265 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 27,469 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 26,031 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 24,941 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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MGH 7L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MGH 7L, 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 MGH 7L?

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What year was MGH 7L registered?

MGH 7L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 15 June 1973.

Is MGH 7L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGH 7L shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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