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DNU 179L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

497 mi
Last recorded497 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNU 179L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 497 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 494 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 345 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 345 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 267 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 24,672 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 24,671 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 24,671 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 24,671 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,671 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 24,671 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 24,671 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 24,671 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 24,671 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 24,671 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 24,671 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 24,671 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 24,671 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 24,671 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 24,671 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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DNU 179L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DNU 179L, 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 DNU 179L?

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What year was DNU 179L registered?

DNU 179L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is DNU 179L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNU 179L shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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