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RDJ 790L

1973 MG B

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

45,634 mi
Last recorded45,634 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDJ 790L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 45,634 miles

rear tyres cracked

extensive underside corrosion

extensive underside repairs - undersealed - .

play in steering rack

Fail 2 Jul 2013 45,629 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

extensive underside corrosion

extensive underside repairs - undersealed - .

play in steering rack

rear tyres cracked

Fail 13 Jun 2012 45,292 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

extensive underside corrosion

extensive underside repairs

Pass 13 Jun 2012 45,292 miles

Oil leak

extensive underside corrosion

extensive underside repairs

Pass 6 Jun 2011 44,882 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

diff has alot of back lash and pinion seal is leaking

Fail 4 Jun 2010 44,284 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

underside extensive corrosion welded repairs and underseal

Pass 4 Jun 2010 44,284 miles

underside extensive corrosion welded repairs and underseal

Pass 17 Jun 2009 43,844 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jun 2009 43,706 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2008 43,239 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 43,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 42,866 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 42,862 miles

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2006 41,855 miles

vehicle showing signs of corrosion/ unable to check sills due to trims.

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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RDJ 790L is a 1973 MG B in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RDJ 790L, 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 RDJ 790L registered?

RDJ 790L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 9 January 1973.

Is RDJ 790L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDJ 790L shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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