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UGJ 471M

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,765 mi
Last recorded34,765 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGJ 471M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 34,765 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 34,416 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 33,957 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 33,550 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 33,171 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,203 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 32,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 31,951 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 31,443 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 30,621 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,143 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,354 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 27,533 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 26,494 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 26,209 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 25,153 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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UGJ 471M is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UGJ 471M, 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 UGJ 471M?

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What year was UGJ 471M registered?

UGJ 471M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 26 October 1973.

Is UGJ 471M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGJ 471M shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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