CarVerify

Free Car Check

NKB 229M

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,652 mi
Last recorded10,652 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKB 229M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 10,652 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 10,146 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 9,502 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 8,782 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 7,816 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 7,650 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 7,650 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 7,278 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 6,863 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 6,591 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 6,165 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 5,884 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 5,391 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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
Full MG B reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NKB 229M is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NKB 229M, 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 NKB 229M?

You can check the full history of NKB 229M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NKB 229M registered?

NKB 229M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1973.

Is NKB 229M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKB 229M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NKB 229M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NKB 229M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.