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NET 237M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,662 mi
Last recorded43,662 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNET 237M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 43,662 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 43,456 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 43,052 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 43,045 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 42,466 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 42,121 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 41,276 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 40,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 39,302 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 14 Nov 2008 38,036 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 36,488 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 35,704 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 32,867 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 32,820 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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NET 237M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NET 237M, 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 NET 237M?

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What year was NET 237M registered?

NET 237M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NET 237M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NET 237M shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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