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SDL 606

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,086 mi
Last recorded58,086 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDL 606
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 58,086 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 57,684 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 57,595 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 57,294 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 57,294 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 57,040 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 56,700 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,316 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 56,315 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 56,142 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 56,142 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 51,117 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 53,049 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 52,462 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 52,460 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 51,977 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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SDL 606 is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SDL 606, 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 SDL 606?

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What year was SDL 606 registered?

SDL 606 is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 12 November 1973.

Is SDL 606 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDL 606 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDL 606 have outstanding finance?

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