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ETV 723L

1973 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,911 mi
Last recorded26,911 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETV 723L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 26,911 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

exhaust in poor condition

gear box leak

light surface corrosion to component parts

play in column bushes

underside has been welded and undersealed

Fail 22 Aug 2017 26,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm wall damaged (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm wall damaged (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

exhaust in poor condition

gear box leak

light surface corrosion to component parts

play in column bushes

underside has been welded and undersealed

Pass 25 Sep 2015 26,895 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

gear box leaking

Pass 22 May 2014 26,895 miles

gearbox leaking

slite leak from diff

steering rack leaking slighty

Pass 23 May 2013 26,895 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2012 26,895 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2011 26,805 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 26,724 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 26,654 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 26,458 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 26,278 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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ETV 723L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ETV 723L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ETV 723L?

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What year was ETV 723L registered?

ETV 723L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 March 1973.

Is ETV 723L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETV 723L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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