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URE 406L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,664 mi
Last recorded46,664 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURE 406L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 46,664 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 46,659 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 46,596 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 46,401 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 46,228 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 45,725 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 43,873 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 42,279 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 40,933 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 40,931 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 39,734 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 38,312 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 38,312 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 36,743 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 36,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 34,951 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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URE 406L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 URE 406L, 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 URE 406L?

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What year was URE 406L registered?

URE 406L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 20 March 1973.

Is URE 406L safe to buy?

The MOT history for URE 406L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does URE 406L have outstanding finance?

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