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NAX 440M

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,989 mi
Last recorded4,989 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAX 440M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 4,989 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 4,700 miles

Central Front Radiator corroded and potentially due to fail

Nearside Rear Leaf spring worn and lost its effectiveness

Offside Rear Leaf spring worn and lost its effectiveness

Pass 4 Jun 2018 4,585 miles

Nearside Front King pin has slight lift

Rear Rear road springs weak and suspension low

Pass 18 Aug 2017 4,453 miles

Nearside windscreen washer not working

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 18 Aug 2017 4,453 miles

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

Nearside windscreen washer not working

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 4,292 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2015 4,158 miles

clutch slave cylinder deteriorated

top up tyre pressures

Pass 20 Aug 2014 3,974 miles

n/s wiper blade split

Pass 9 Aug 2013 3,704 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 3,505 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 3,505 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s washer jet not working

Pass 4 Aug 2011 3,262 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 2,514 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 2,234 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 1,937 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake application slightly uneven

Fail 18 Jul 2008 1,933 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake application slightly uneven

Pass 18 Jul 2007 1,136 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 227 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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NAX 440M is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 NAX 440M, 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

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What year was NAX 440M registered?

NAX 440M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1973.

Is NAX 440M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAX 440M shows 18 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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