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SGU 988L

1973 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,304 mi
Last recorded7,304 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGU 988L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 7,304 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2010 6,334 miles

Battery insecure

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes coated with black under sealent

front both aim images slighty not clear

front both wheels have slight brake binding

front bulk head corroded

oil leak

rear both wheel bearings feels rough

vehicle coated with black under sealent under neath

vehicle emits slight smoke at idle

Fail 15 Feb 2010 6,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes coated with black under sealent

front both aim images slighty not clear

front both wheels have slight brake binding

front bulk head corroded

oil leak

rear both wheel bearings feels rough

vehicle coated with black under sealent under neath

vehicle emits slight smoke at idle

Pass 4 Oct 2008 4,286 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 4,286 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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SGU 988L is a 1973 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SGU 988L, 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 SGU 988L?

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What year was SGU 988L registered?

SGU 988L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1973.

Is SGU 988L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGU 988L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SGU 988L have outstanding finance?

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