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URC 414L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,772 mi
Last recorded39,772 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURC 414L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 39,772 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 39,695 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 39,235 miles

steering is a bit stiff

Pass 19 Nov 2014 39,174 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 38,951 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 38,485 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 38,485 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 37,882 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 37,172 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 36,658 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 36,260 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 35,495 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 34,980 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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URC 414L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 URC 414L, 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 URC 414L?

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What year was URC 414L registered?

URC 414L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 28 June 1973.

Is URC 414L safe to buy?

The MOT history for URC 414L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does URC 414L have outstanding finance?

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