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TRE 290L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,630 mi
Last recorded90,630 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRE 290L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 90,630 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 90,602 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 90,582 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 90,556 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 90,536 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 90,536 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 90,418 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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TRE 290L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TRE 290L, 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 TRE 290L?

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What year was TRE 290L registered?

TRE 290L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1973.

Is TRE 290L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRE 290L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRE 290L have outstanding finance?

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