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UMB 623M

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,752 mi
Last recorded98,752 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMB 623M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 98,752 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 98,437 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 97,449 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 97,062 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 96,667 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 96,235 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 95,836 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 93,917 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 93,342 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 93,052 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 92,866 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 92,856 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 92,349 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 91,598 miles

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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UMB 623M is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 UMB 623M, 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 UMB 623M?

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What year was UMB 623M registered?

UMB 623M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1973.

Is UMB 623M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMB 623M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UMB 623M have outstanding finance?

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