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NCV 880M

1973 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,122 mi
Last recorded43,122 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCV 880M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2021 43,122 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 42,578 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 41,929 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Apr 2017 41,843 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Apr 2016 41,698 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 40,950 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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NCV 880M is a 1973 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 NCV 880M, 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 NCV 880M?

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What year was NCV 880M registered?

NCV 880M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 14 August 1973.

Is NCV 880M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCV 880M shows 6 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 NCV 880M have outstanding finance?

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