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SAL 782L

1973 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,719 mi
Last recorded3,719 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAL 782L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 3,719 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 3,718 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 3,647 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 3,626 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 3,598 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 3,541 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 3,536 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 3,536 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 3,429 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 3,418 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 3,358 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 3,283 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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SAL 782L is a 1973 MG B in Gold 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 SAL 782L, 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 SAL 782L?

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What year was SAL 782L registered?

SAL 782L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 3 January 1973.

Is SAL 782L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAL 782L 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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