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HON 140L

1973 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,477 mi
Last recorded90,477 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHON 140L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 90,477 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 89,408 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 89,263 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 89,165 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 88,853 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 88,757 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 88,733 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 88,510 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 58,162 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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HON 140L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HON 140L, 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 HON 140L?

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What year was HON 140L registered?

HON 140L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 19 April 1973.

Is HON 140L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HON 140L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HON 140L have outstanding finance?

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