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SCH 859L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,513 mi
Last recorded5,513 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCH 859L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2016 5,513 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 5,066 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 4,960 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 4,800 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 4,701 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 4,268 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 4,149 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 3,998 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 3,641 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 3,484 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 2,997 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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SCH 859L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SCH 859L, 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 SCH 859L?

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What year was SCH 859L registered?

SCH 859L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is SCH 859L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCH 859L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCH 859L have outstanding finance?

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