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MEU 763L

1973 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,682 mi
Last recorded45,682 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEU 763L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 45,682 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 45,514 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 45,341 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 45,150 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 45,048 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 44,935 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 44,923 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 44,905 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 44,905 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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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MEU 763L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Blue 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 MEU 763L, 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 MEU 763L?

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What year was MEU 763L registered?

MEU 763L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is MEU 763L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEU 763L 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.

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