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DUJ 666L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

18,306 mi
Last recorded18,306 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUJ 666L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 18,306 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 18,258 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 18,202 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 18,202 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 18,142 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 18,019 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 17,899 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 17,679 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 17,679 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 17,592 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 17,592 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 17,525 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 17,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 17,350 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 16,988 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 16,746 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 16,215 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 15,950 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 15,892 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 15,612 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 15,612 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2008 15,424 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 15,424 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 May 2007 15,329 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 15,135 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 15,135 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DUJ 666L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 DUJ 666L, 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 DUJ 666L?

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What year was DUJ 666L registered?

DUJ 666L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is DUJ 666L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUJ 666L shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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