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UFX 12L

1973 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,228 mi
Last recorded11,228 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFX 12L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2019 11,228 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 11,168 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 10,959 miles

Fluid leaking from the nearside rear brake assy.

Offside Front Floor pan / chassis area slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2014 10,658 miles

Offside rear wheel cyinder appears to be weeping.

Slight corrosion to the offside front foot well / cassis area

Fail 10 Jul 2014 10,609 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside rear wheel cyinder appears to be weeping.

Slight corrosion to the offside front foot well / cassis area

Pass 27 Jun 2013 10,127 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 9,619 miles

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Fail 23 May 2012 9,581 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 8,796 miles

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

offside rear brake performance slightly low

Pass 14 May 2010 8,073 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 8,006 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 7,872 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 7,872 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2007 7,660 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 7,335 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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UFX 12L is a 1973 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UFX 12L, 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

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What year was UFX 12L registered?

UFX 12L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is UFX 12L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFX 12L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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