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RYH 647L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

31,675 mi
Last recorded31,675 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYH 647L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 31,675 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 31,675 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 81,124 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 30,879 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 30,469 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 30,252 miles

boot lid sticky in operation

Pass 5 Jul 2021 29,471 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 29,034 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 28,240 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 28,236 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 27,303 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 26,789 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 26,565 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 26,228 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,709 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 25,077 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 24,702 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 24,009 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 23,630 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 23,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 23,404 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 23,140 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 22,900 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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RYH 647L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RYH 647L, 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 RYH 647L?

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What year was RYH 647L registered?

RYH 647L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 18 May 1973.

Is RYH 647L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYH 647L shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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