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DPX 365L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,909 mi
Last recorded59,909 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPX 365L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 59,909 miles

Nearside Rear axle beam support strap starting to split

Offside Rear axle beam support strap split away

front prop shaft universal joint worn

offside and nearside front floor to sill panels corroded and weak

Fail 2 Feb 2018 59,909 miles

Nearside Rear axle beam support strap starting to split

Offside Rear axle beam support strap split away

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front prop shaft universal joint worn

offside and nearside front floor to sill panels corroded and weak

Pass 22 Feb 2017 59,878 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Nearside Rear axle support strap starting to split

Offside Rear axle beam support strap split

both front floor to sill panals corroded and weak

Fail 20 Feb 2017 59,878 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Nearside Rear axle support strap starting to split

Offside Rear axle beam support strap split

Offside reverse lamp not working

both front floor to sill panals corroded and weak

Pass 18 Dec 2015 59,752 miles

prop shaft front universal joint worn

Fail 15 Dec 2015 59,752 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring deteriorated, likely to cause a short battery lead rubbing on frame (1.9.2b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

prop shaft front universal joint worn

Pass 11 Nov 2014 59,743 miles

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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DPX 365L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DPX 365L, 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

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What year was DPX 365L registered?

DPX 365L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 7 June 1973.

Is DPX 365L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPX 365L shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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