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RTD 288M

1973 MG B

Cream Petrol 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,854 mi
Last recorded47,854 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTD 288M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2017 47,854 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 46,907 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 45,724 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 43,640 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 41,421 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 39,548 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 38,117 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 35,869 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 33,824 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 31,165 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 28,020 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 24,514 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 21,120 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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RTD 288M is a 1973 MG B in Cream with a 1,868cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RTD 288M, 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 RTD 288M?

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What year was RTD 288M registered?

RTD 288M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 November 1973.

Is RTD 288M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTD 288M shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RTD 288M have outstanding finance?

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