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DCA 264L

1973 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,277 mi
Last recorded30,277 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCA 264L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 30,277 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2025 30,277 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 25,837 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 24,305 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 23,389 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 22,920 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 21,577 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 19,812 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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DCA 264L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DCA 264L, 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 DCA 264L?

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What year was DCA 264L registered?

DCA 264L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 11 June 1973.

Is DCA 264L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCA 264L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCA 264L have outstanding finance?

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