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MHS 577L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,883 mi
Last recorded15,883 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHS 577L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2018 15,883 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

corrosion all over under body

Pass 21 Mar 2017 15,652 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

corrosion allover front and rear suspension system

Pass 4 Feb 2016 14,672 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 12,237 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 11,265 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 11,251 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 10,728 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 10,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 10,175 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 9,495 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 9,495 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 9,423 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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MHS 577L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MHS 577L, 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 MHS 577L registered?

MHS 577L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is MHS 577L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHS 577L shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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