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MUB 830L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

69,237 mi
Last recorded69,237 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUB 830L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2015 69,237 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 69,172 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 68,403 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 67,887 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 66,989 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 66,646 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 66,633 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 66,510 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 66,510 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 66,230 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 64,217 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 63,236 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 63,188 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

All suspension bump stops missing from vehicle

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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MUB 830L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MUB 830L, 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 MUB 830L registered?

MUB 830L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 14 February 1973.

Is MUB 830L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUB 830L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MUB 830L have outstanding finance?

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