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NKG 123M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,092 mi
Last recorded44,092 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKG 123M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 44,092 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 44,092 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2019 38,755 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 37,294 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 36,515 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 36,026 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 34,969 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 34,011 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 33,244 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 32,320 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 31,546 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 30,540 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 29,385 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 28,591 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 27,555 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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NKG 123M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NKG 123M, 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 NKG 123M?

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What year was NKG 123M registered?

NKG 123M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NKG 123M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKG 123M shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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