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UPP 480L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,335 mi
Last recorded23,335 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPP 480L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 23,335 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 22,380 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 22,137 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 21,634 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 21,634 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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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UPP 480L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 UPP 480L, 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 UPP 480L?

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What year was UPP 480L registered?

UPP 480L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is UPP 480L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPP 480L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPP 480L have outstanding finance?

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