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SUR 416M

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,040 mi
Last recorded75,040 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUR 416M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 75,040 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier 2 batteries fitted both insecure (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 72,033 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 71,200 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 70,492 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 69,916 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 69,046 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 68,702 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 68,701 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 67,829 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 67,821 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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SUR 416M is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SUR 416M, 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

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What year was SUR 416M registered?

SUR 416M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 14 September 1973.

Is SUR 416M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUR 416M shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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