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RUL 920L

1973 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

81,900 mi
Last recorded81,900 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUL 920L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 81,900 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 81,638 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 81,403 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak on engine

oil leak on gearbox

slight coolant leak on bottom coolant hose

Fail 11 Jun 2015 81,366 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak on engine

oil leak on gearbox

slight coolant leak on bottom coolant hose

Pass 1 May 2014 81,174 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 81,121 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 81,121 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 81,065 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 81,065 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 18 Jun 2011 81,004 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 81,004 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 80,890 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 80,890 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 80,744 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise corrotion in o/s/f floor but not in prescribed area

Fail 15 Jun 2009 80,744 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise corrotion in o/s/f floor but not in prescribed area

Pass 16 Jun 2008 80,491 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 80,261 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 79,550 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 79,550 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise slight play in steering rack

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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RUL 920L 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 63.2%.

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 RUL 920L, 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 RUL 920L?

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What year was RUL 920L registered?

RUL 920L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 February 1973.

Is RUL 920L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUL 920L shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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