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SCK 229L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,682 mi
Last recorded50,682 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCK 229L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 50,682 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 50,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 21 Mar 2017 50,364 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 49,847 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front number plate cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 49,836 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 49,734 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 49,552 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 49,551 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2009 49,092 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 49,092 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 24 Sep 2008 49,003 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 49,003 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 48,631 miles

Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 47,696 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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SCK 229L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SCK 229L, 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 SCK 229L?

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What year was SCK 229L registered?

SCK 229L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 12 January 1973.

Is SCK 229L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCK 229L shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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