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NPX 606M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

77,963 mi
Last recorded77,963 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPX 606M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 77,963 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2026 77,948 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 75,260 miles

Evidence of fuel leak from pump banjo

Nearside Front Top suspension arm slight leak

Fail 12 Jun 2025 75,202 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Evidence of fuel leak from pump banjo

Nearside Front Top suspension arm slight leak

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 73,677 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 73,556 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 73,532 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 73,486 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 73,333 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 73,157 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 72,639 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 71,899 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 70,285 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 69,573 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 69,436 miles

slight corrosion on o/s rear inner wheel arch

slight exhaust blow from centre exhaust joint

slight oil leak from rear of gear box

slight play in o/s track rod end

Fail 5 Sep 2005 69,414 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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NPX 606M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NPX 606M, 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 NPX 606M registered?

NPX 606M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 14 August 1973.

Is NPX 606M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPX 606M shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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