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MTG 851L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,800 mi
Last recorded46,800 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTG 851L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2020 46,800 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 46,633 miles

Nearside Rear leaf spring corroded

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear leaf spring corroded

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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MTG 851L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 MTG 851L, 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 MTG 851L?

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What year was MTG 851L registered?

MTG 851L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 January 1973.

Is MTG 851L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTG 851L shows 2 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 MTG 851L have outstanding finance?

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