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YWU 456L

1973 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,087 mi
Last recorded97,087 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWU 456L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 97,087 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 96,958 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 96,769 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 96,196 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 96,152 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 96,072 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 95,970 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 95,844 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 95,839 miles

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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YWU 456L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YWU 456L, 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 YWU 456L?

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What year was YWU 456L registered?

YWU 456L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is YWU 456L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWU 456L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YWU 456L have outstanding finance?

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