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MMO 21L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,525 mi
Last recorded47,525 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMO 21L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 47,525 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 46,989 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 46,408 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 46,245 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 46,026 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 44,582 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 25 Aug 2009 44,386 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 44,386 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 44,227 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 42,693 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 42,693 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 42,014 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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MMO 21L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MMO 21L, 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 MMO 21L?

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What year was MMO 21L registered?

MMO 21L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 January 1973.

Is MMO 21L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMO 21L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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