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SLK 164L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,836 mi
Last recorded22,836 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLK 164L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 22,836 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 22,806 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 22,595 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,938 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 21,632 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,479 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 21,107 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 21,107 miles

Offside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2007 20,791 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 20,267 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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SLK 164L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SLK 164L, 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 SLK 164L?

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What year was SLK 164L registered?

SLK 164L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 13 April 1973.

Is SLK 164L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLK 164L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLK 164L have outstanding finance?

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