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NHW 268L

1973 MG 1300

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,880 mi
Last recorded33,880 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1973 MG 130031,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHW 268L
MakeMG
Model1300
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 33,880 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 33,580 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 33,251 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 32,858 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,331 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 31,947 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 31,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2012 31,519 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 30,989 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 30,539 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 29,891 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 29,350 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 28,805 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 27,819 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 May 2006 27,819 miles

How Reliable is the MG 1300?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 27
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
brake recording little or no effort 19
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NHW 268L is a 1973 MG 1300 in White 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 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 31,519 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG 1300 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NHW 268L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 53 years old, this MG 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NHW 268L?

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What year was NHW 268L registered?

NHW 268L is a 1973 MG 1300, first registered on 24 May 1973.

Is NHW 268L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHW 268L 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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