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RGO 424L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,434 mi
Last recorded62,434 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGO 424L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 62,434 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 62,070 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 61,642 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 61,055 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 60,406 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Lever arm type (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 59,818 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion inner bays (6.1.B.2)

Slight play in both lower King pins

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 59,520 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 59,483 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 59,483 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 59,416 miles

vehicle mileage now in miles previusly in kms

Pass 23 May 2012 42,642 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 May 2012 42,640 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 42,366 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 42,366 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 41,749 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,096 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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RGO 424L is a 1973 MG B in White 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 RGO 424L, 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 RGO 424L?

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What year was RGO 424L registered?

RGO 424L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 23 March 1973.

Is RGO 424L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGO 424L 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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