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SPL 123M

1973 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,322 mi
Last recorded17,322 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPL 123M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2017 17,322 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 17,068 miles

corrosion started on underside of vehicle

imbalance on rear brakes

Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,802 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 16,299 miles

corrosion started on inner sills

n/s/f tyre tread 2mm

Pass 3 Apr 2013 15,727 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,333 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 14,743 miles

steering tight

Pass 3 Jun 2008 14,436 miles

corrosion on underside of vehicle

rear scilencer started to corrode

Pass 1 Jun 2007 14,040 miles

genral corrosion on vehicle

Pass 31 May 2006 13,542 miles

slight corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 25 May 2005 12,845 miles

corrosion on underside of vehicle

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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SPL 123M is a 1973 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SPL 123M, 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 SPL 123M?

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What year was SPL 123M registered?

SPL 123M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 16 August 1973.

Is SPL 123M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPL 123M shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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