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NCX 851M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,123 mi
Last recorded33,123 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCX 851M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 33,123 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 32,992 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 32,700 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 32,698 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 32,208 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 31,060 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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NCX 851M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 NCX 851M, 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 NCX 851M?

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What year was NCX 851M registered?

NCX 851M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NCX 851M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCX 851M shows 6 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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