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URF 213L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,410 mi
Last recorded83,410 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURF 213L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 83,410 miles

Oil leaks

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear springs corroded

Fail 22 May 2023 83,410 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement King pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaks

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear springs corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2021 83,194 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front suspension joints minor play

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Numerous oil leaks

Vehicle overheated

Pass 3 Aug 2020 82,932 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaks

Pass 9 Aug 2019 82,719 miles

Oil leaks

Fail 6 Aug 2019 82,719 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaks

Pass 6 Aug 2018 82,525 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 82,525 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 82,241 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 81,967 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrosion underbody

windscreen washers require adjustment

Pass 30 May 2015 81,448 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 81,448 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

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

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2014 81,358 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 91,379 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front top suspension bump rubbers missing

froont brakes sticking slightly

Pass 29 Aug 2007 81,346 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 81,346 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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URF 213L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 URF 213L, 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.

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What year was URF 213L registered?

URF 213L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 5 April 1973.

Is URF 213L safe to buy?

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