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NCX 969M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,761 mi
Last recorded71,761 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCX 969M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 71,761 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 71,709 miles

Underside of vehicle recently heavily under sealed

Pass 23 Jun 2015 71,664 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 71,659 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 71,615 miles

Underside of vehicle heavely undersealed

Fail 11 Jun 2014 71,613 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Underside of vehicle heavely undersealed

horn works when steering wheel turned

Pass 4 Jun 2013 71,490 miles

Underside of vehicle heavly covered in underseal

Pass 31 May 2012 71,416 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 28 May 2012 71,411 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 71,357 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 71,254 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 71,135 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 71,118 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 71,019 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 70,819 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 969M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 969M, 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 NCX 969M registered?

NCX 969M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 7 August 1973.

Is NCX 969M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCX 969M shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NCX 969M have outstanding finance?

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