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SYD 12M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,804 mi
Last recorded19,804 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYD 12M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2023 19,804 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 17,147 miles

slight misting off oil off side front shock absorber

Pass 13 Jul 2016 15,921 miles

Offside Front tyre tread wearing low.

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 22 Jul 2015 14,758 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 13,754 miles

ns/front wheel bearing slight play

ns/os inner sills corroding

ns/os rear wheel bearings slight play

Pass 12 Jul 2013 13,136 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 13,104 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 12,998 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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SYD 12M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SYD 12M, 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 SYD 12M?

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What year was SYD 12M registered?

SYD 12M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is SYD 12M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYD 12M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SYD 12M have outstanding finance?

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