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NEW 345M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,606 mi
Last recorded75,606 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEW 345M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 75,606 miles

N/s/f king pin has play top and bottom.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 75,475 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 75,397 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 755,253 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 75,194 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 75,035 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 74,989 miles

front brakes sticking slightly

Pass 8 Mar 2013 74,909 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 74,813 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 74,812 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 74,096 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 73,902 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 73,899 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 73,385 miles

advise: n/s/r brake slightly sticking.

Pass 16 May 2006 73,380 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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NEW 345M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NEW 345M, 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 NEW 345M?

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What year was NEW 345M registered?

NEW 345M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 August 1973.

Is NEW 345M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEW 345M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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