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UBG 699L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,510 mi
Last recorded21,510 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBG 699L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 21,510 miles

slight smoke from engine

Pass 13 Jun 2011 21,451 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 21,218 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 20,858 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

n/s/f tyre begging to perrish

Fail 23 Jun 2009 20,853 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

n/s/f tyre begging to perrish

Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,673 miles

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

slight play in all front trunions

welding repairs throughout underside

Pass 10 Feb 2006 19,946 miles

EXCESSIVE UNDER SEAL TO UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE & FLOOR PAN

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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UBG 699L 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 UBG 699L, 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 UBG 699L?

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What year was UBG 699L registered?

UBG 699L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 8 June 1973.

Is UBG 699L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBG 699L 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 UBG 699L have outstanding finance?

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