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NJC 214M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

4,183 mi
Last recorded4,183 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJC 214M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 4,183 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 3,988 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 3,698 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 3,290 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 3,289 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner and Outer Sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 2,774 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 1,838 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 938 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 81 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 98,819 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 96,371 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 94,517 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 92,788 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 91,145 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 88,723 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 86,748 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 84,918 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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NJC 214M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 NJC 214M, 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 NJC 214M?

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What year was NJC 214M registered?

NJC 214M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NJC 214M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJC 214M shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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