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RTN 220M

1973 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,957 mi
Last recorded46,957 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTN 220M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2020 46,957 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 44,810 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 44,755 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 44,627 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 44,440 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 43,965 miles

Drivers seat mounting loose.

Pass 30 Aug 2011 43,766 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 43,546 miles

1.slight play in o/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 9 Sep 2009 43,252 miles

1) Slight play in steering column top bush and O/S/R wheel bearing.

Pass 11 Sep 2008 43,043 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 42,693 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 42,202 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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RTN 220M is a 1973 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RTN 220M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RTN 220M?

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What year was RTN 220M registered?

RTN 220M is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 19 October 1973.

Is RTN 220M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTN 220M shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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