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MRX 21L

1973 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,963 mi
Last recorded27,963 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1973 MG B Roadster24,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRX 21L
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 27,963 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 27,813 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 27,754 miles
Fail 25 May 2012

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2011 27,463 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 27,013 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 26,489 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 25,944 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 25,452 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 24,741 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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MRX 21L is a 1973 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 24,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MRX 21L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MRX 21L?

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What year was MRX 21L registered?

MRX 21L is a 1973 MG B Roadster, first registered on 2 March 1973.

Is MRX 21L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRX 21L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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