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NJF 343M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

4,299 mi
Last recorded4,299 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJF 343M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 4,299 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 4,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2021 4,076 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 3,774 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 3,476 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 3,162 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 3,115 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 2,374 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 1,478 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 1,059 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 99,973 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 99,973 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 99,618 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 99,618 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 99,378 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 98,759 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 98,187 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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NJF 343M 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 88.2%.

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 NJF 343M, 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 NJF 343M registered?

NJF 343M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is NJF 343M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJF 343M shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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