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UNN 228L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,265 mi
Last recorded92,265 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNN 228L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 92,265 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 91,859 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 91,139 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 90,651 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 90,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 89,822 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 89,813 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 88,920 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 87,822 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 86,632 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 85,541 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 84,297 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 83,145 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 82,114 miles

slight play in rear offside wheel bearing

Pass 17 Nov 2005 81,268 miles

advise to check rear brakes

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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UNN 228L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UNN 228L, 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 UNN 228L?

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What year was UNN 228L registered?

UNN 228L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 13 April 1973.

Is UNN 228L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNN 228L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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