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VNP 848L

1973 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,391 mi
Last recorded10,391 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNP 848L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 10,391 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 10,337 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 10,298 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 10,242 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 10,151 miles

wiper blades just starting to split

Pass 31 Aug 2011 10,048 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 9,756 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 9,341 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 13 Mar 2010 9,341 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 8,936 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 8,535 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 8,252 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 7,809 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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VNP 848L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VNP 848L, 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 VNP 848L registered?

VNP 848L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 19 April 1973.

Is VNP 848L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNP 848L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNP 848L have outstanding finance?

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