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SPH 686M

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,355 mi
Last recorded12,355 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2013
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPH 686M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2013 12,355 miles

all tyres show perishing

corrosion on o/s metal brake pipe

excessive corrosion in o/s/f load bearing member but not in prescribed area

king pins have slight movement / wear

slighty oil leak

steering and suspension shows general age and wear

various welded repairs to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Sep 2008 2,328 miles

perishing in o/s/r tyre

previous welded repairs to underside of vehicle

suspension , steering and braking components showing age and wear

Fail 27 Aug 2008 2,328 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

perishing in o/s/r tyre

previous welded repairs to underside of vehicle

suspension , steering and braking components showing age and wear

Pass 16 Aug 2007 92,278 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 92,196 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Jun 2006 92,196 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 686M is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SPH 686M, 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 686M?

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What year was SPH 686M registered?

SPH 686M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is SPH 686M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPH 686M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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