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JKL 470L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,358 mi
Last recorded75,358 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKL 470L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 75,358 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 71,413 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 71,413 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 70,571 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 70,229 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 69,626 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 69,019 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 68,796 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 68,122 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 65,534 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 64,167 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 64,167 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2008 62,420 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 60,511 miles

water leak on engine from bottom hose to water pump

Pass 15 May 2006 57,614 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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JKL 470L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JKL 470L, 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 JKL 470L?

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What year was JKL 470L registered?

JKL 470L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 12 April 1973.

Is JKL 470L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKL 470L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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