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DVN 585L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,363 mi
Last recorded73,363 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVN 585L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 73,363 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 73,089 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 72,794 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 72,792 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering wheel likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2018 72,646 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged slight kinked (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect lever arm type shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear leaf spring axle strap mounting slight corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 72,624 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured multiple wires touching steering column shaft (4.11 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged slight kinked (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect lever arm type shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear leaf spring axle strap mounting slight corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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DVN 585L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DVN 585L, 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 DVN 585L registered?

DVN 585L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 May 1973.

Is DVN 585L safe to buy?

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