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SAN 458L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,672 mi
Last recorded59,672 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAN 458L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2020 59,672 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 59,570 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 59,190 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 58,754 miles

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

Offside Front slight noise from wheelbearing but not rough when rotated

Pass 25 Nov 2016 58,433 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 57,962 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear brake pipe to wheel cylinder is slightly twisted

offside rear inner arch at bottom is rusty

Pass 15 Nov 2014 57,393 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

oil leak rear axle

Pass 16 Nov 2013 56,885 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

oil leak rear differential

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 17 Nov 2012 55,723 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 54,594 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 53,933 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 14 Nov 2009 53,340 miles

o/s and n/s wiper bladessplit but effective

Pass 22 Nov 2008 52,956 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

slight play in nearside and offside lower king pin joints

Pass 17 Nov 2007 52,272 miles

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

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

offside rear outer sill is rusty

Pass 18 Nov 2006 51,801 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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SAN 458L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SAN 458L, 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 SAN 458L?

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What year was SAN 458L registered?

SAN 458L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 19 February 1973.

Is SAN 458L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAN 458L shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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