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SPH 101M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,442 mi
Last recorded38,442 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPH 101M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 38,442 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 88,609 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 86,972 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 85,046 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 83,161 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 79,676 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 75,759 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 73,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front rubber suspension buhes both sides getting perished

Fail 23 Mar 2011 73,268 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 73,253 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 70,747 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 67,799 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 65,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 62,138 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 59,299 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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SPH 101M is a 1973 MG B in Green 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 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 SPH 101M, 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 SPH 101M?

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What year was SPH 101M registered?

SPH 101M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is SPH 101M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPH 101M 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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