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NUM 473L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,144 mi
Last recorded16,144 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUM 473L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 16,144 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 14,956 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 14,225 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 13,019 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 12,329 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 11,201 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 10,160 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 8,545 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 8,545 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 7,484 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 6,257 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 5,392 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 5 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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NUM 473L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,950cc 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 NUM 473L, 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 NUM 473L?

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What year was NUM 473L registered?

NUM 473L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 17 April 1973.

Is NUM 473L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUM 473L 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.

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