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MMX 461L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,232 mi
Last recorded77,232 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMX 461L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 77,232 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 76,265 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 76,043 miles

fuel pipe rubbing gearbox housing

Pass 19 Feb 2016 75,856 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 75,856 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 75,600 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/f trunion slight play

Fail 3 Feb 2014 75,256 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 75,256 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 74,552 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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MMX 461L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MMX 461L, 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 MMX 461L?

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What year was MMX 461L registered?

MMX 461L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is MMX 461L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMX 461L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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