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NHU 819L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

4,085 mi
Last recorded4,085 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHU 819L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 4,085 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 3,459 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 2,928 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 2,629 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 2,554 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 2,457 miles

Nearside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 2,521 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 2,271 miles

Coolant leak

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

Fail 5 Aug 2014 2,252 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 2,211 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 2,065 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 1,782 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 30 Apr 2009 1,526 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 1,209 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 1,209 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 756 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 99,984 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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NHU 819L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NHU 819L, 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 NHU 819L?

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What year was NHU 819L registered?

NHU 819L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 13 July 1973.

Is NHU 819L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHU 819L shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NHU 819L have outstanding finance?

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