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UWY 810L

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,200 mi
Last recorded25,200 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWY 810L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 25,200 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 23,268 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 21,447 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 21,070 miles

advise slight play in os of steering rack

Pass 7 Jun 2017 11,461 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 6,632 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 5,353 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 3,617 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 1,989 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 99,736 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 98,002 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 May 2010 95,560 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 94,859 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 94,839 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 94,509 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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UWY 810L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UWY 810L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UWY 810L?

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What year was UWY 810L registered?

UWY 810L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is UWY 810L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWY 810L shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UWY 810L have outstanding finance?

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