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RGU 481L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,073 mi
Last recorded30,073 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGU 481L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 30,073 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 29,409 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 29,409 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,472 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 27,273 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 26,515 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 25,718 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 24,634 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 23,303 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 22,243 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,736 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 515,535 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 16,828 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 14,900 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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RGU 481L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RGU 481L, 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 RGU 481L?

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What year was RGU 481L registered?

RGU 481L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 29 March 1973.

Is RGU 481L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGU 481L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RGU 481L have outstanding finance?

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