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SMB 600L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,111 mi
Last recorded14,111 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMB 600L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 14,111 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 13,658 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 13,155 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 12,451 miles

Hazard warning lights not working

Pass 19 Apr 2022 11,996 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 10,814 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 10,266 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 9,774 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 9,339 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 9,118 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 8,765 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 8,489 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 8,078 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 7,579 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 7,015 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 6,468 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 5,804 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 5,126 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 4,722 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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SMB 600L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SMB 600L, 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 SMB 600L?

You can check the full history of SMB 600L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SMB 600L registered?

SMB 600L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 14 June 1973.

Is SMB 600L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMB 600L shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SMB 600L have outstanding finance?

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