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NOD 976M

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,215 mi
Last recorded8,215 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOD 976M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 8,215 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 8,122 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 8,036 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 7,813 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 7,516 miles

3 spokes broken in n/s rear wheel.

Pass 3 Sep 2012 7,334 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 7,334 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 7,052 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 6,780 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 6,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 6,370 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 6,220 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 5,915 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 5,633 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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NOD 976M is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 NOD 976M, 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 NOD 976M?

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What year was NOD 976M registered?

NOD 976M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1973.

Is NOD 976M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOD 976M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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