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RUM 348M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,280 mi
Last recorded8,280 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUM 348M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 8,280 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 8,221 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 8,163 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 7,845 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 7,697 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 7,474 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 7,297 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 6,691 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 6,297 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 6,296 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 5,540 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 5,080 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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RUM 348M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 RUM 348M, 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 RUM 348M?

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What year was RUM 348M registered?

RUM 348M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 16 October 1973.

Is RUM 348M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUM 348M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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