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SRR 74L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,868 mi
Last recorded79,868 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRR 74L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 79,868 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 79,532 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 2 Aug 2016 79,532 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2015 78,430 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2014 77,113 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2013 76,837 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 76,287 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 76,199 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight leak on offside rear half shaft seal

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 28 Jun 2006 76,033 miles

Appears to be mis-firing

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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SRR 74L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SRR 74L, 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 SRR 74L?

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What year was SRR 74L registered?

SRR 74L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 12 February 1973.

Is SRR 74L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRR 74L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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