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NHW 104L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

18,076 mi
Last recorded18,076 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHW 104L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 18,076 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 18,071 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre mount bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipe insecure fuel pump insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake excessively fluctuating both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play and slight movement in lower trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 20 Sep 2017 16,046 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 15,787 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 15,289 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 15,281 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 15,055 miles

nearside front wheel bearing is becoming worn

Fail 16 Sep 2014 15,055 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

nearside front wheel bearing is becoming worn

Pass 16 Sep 2013 14,876 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2012 14,682 miles

slight wear in the steering rack

steering is becoming slightly stiff in operation

Fail 29 Aug 2012 14,663 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

slight wear in the steering rack

steering is becoming slightly stiff in operation

Pass 16 Aug 2011 14,040 miles

rear foot brake is slightly out of balance

slight wear in the steering rack

Pass 31 Aug 2010 13,786 miles

slight play in the nearside of the steering rack

Fail 31 Aug 2010 13,786 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight play in the nearside of the steering rack

Pass 13 Jul 2009 13,533 miles

slight wear in the steering rack

Pass 23 Jun 2008 13,162 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 13,162 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 12,245 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 12,245 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 11,410 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 11,410 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

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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NHW 104L is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 NHW 104L, 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 NHW 104L registered?

NHW 104L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 23 July 1973.

Is NHW 104L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHW 104L shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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