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DDW 756L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,023 mi
Last recorded47,023 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDW 756L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 47,023 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 40,766 miles

only small reserve travel on park brake lever

slight play in steering

Pass 6 Sep 2017 37,210 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 35,448 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 34,344 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 32,022 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 29,770 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 26,077 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 25,698 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 24,510 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 24,510 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 22,366 miles

both rear tyres perished

corrosion started on underbody in various areas

Fail 21 Nov 2005 22,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

both rear tyres perished

corrosion started on underbody in various areas

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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DDW 756L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDW 756L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DDW 756L?

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What year was DDW 756L registered?

DDW 756L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 3 April 1973.

Is DDW 756L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDW 756L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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