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SAB 100L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,398 mi
Last recorded54,398 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAB 100L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 54,398 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 53,836 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 53,491 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 54,468 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 53,468 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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SAB 100L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SAB 100L, 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 SAB 100L?

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What year was SAB 100L registered?

SAB 100L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 3 January 1973.

Is SAB 100L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAB 100L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAB 100L have outstanding finance?

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