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RUF 143M

1973 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

85,932 mi
Last recorded85,932 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUF 143M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 85,932 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 85,390 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 85,195 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 85,195 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 84,825 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 84,311 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 84,311 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 83,793 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 83,218 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2012 82,763 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2012 82,763 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 82,223 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 81,617 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2009 81,220 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2009 81,220 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 80,605 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 80,062 miles

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 80,062 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 79,260 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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RUF 143M is a 1973 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RUF 143M, 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 RUF 143M?

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What year was RUF 143M registered?

RUF 143M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is RUF 143M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUF 143M shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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