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VCO 521M

1973 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,582 mi
Last recorded72,582 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCO 521M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2017 72,582 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 72,582 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 72,582 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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VCO 521M is a 1973 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 VCO 521M, 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

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What year was VCO 521M registered?

VCO 521M is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 15 August 1973.

Is VCO 521M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCO 521M shows 3 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 VCO 521M have outstanding finance?

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