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MMU 980L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,816 mi
Last recorded71,816 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMU 980L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 71,816 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 71,816 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush both have slight lift (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 10 May 2017 71,816 miles

All position lamps not working Front and rear (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam Both (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush both have slight lift (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 71,816 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Upper Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

near side front tyre small crackes should be changed † †corrossion present but ok now for test but soon wont be

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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MMU 980L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MMU 980L, 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 MMU 980L?

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What year was MMU 980L registered?

MMU 980L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 15 March 1973.

Is MMU 980L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMU 980L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MMU 980L have outstanding finance?

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