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RFM 268L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,643 mi
Last recorded4,643 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFM 268L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 4,643 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRUNION (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRUNION (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRUNION (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Jul 2018 4,240 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 3,696 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 3,647 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Bump Stop Mount (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 3,309 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 2,121 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 1,218 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 249 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 249 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2011 99,979 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 99,429 miles

o/s/f wheel brg very slightly noisey

Pass 2 Oct 2009 98,903 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 98,903 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 68,654 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 98,184 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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RFM 268L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RFM 268L, 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 RFM 268L?

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What year was RFM 268L registered?

RFM 268L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 10 May 1973.

Is RFM 268L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFM 268L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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