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UTS 63M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

96,359 mi
Last recorded96,359 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTS 63M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 96,359 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 95,905 miles

Oil leak ()

slight corrosion on front coil springs

Fail 4 Aug 2016 95,905 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

slight corrosion on front coil springs

Pass 30 Jun 2015 95,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 95,709 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 95,415 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front and rear tyres sidewall cracked and perished

play in steering column

Fail 24 Apr 2014 95,402 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front and rear tyres sidewall cracked and perished

play in steering column

Pass 26 Apr 2013 94,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 94,963 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside washer jet not working

Pass 30 Apr 2012 94,797 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 94,545 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 94,251 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 94,101 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 93,803 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 93,218 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 93,196 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 93,196 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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UTS 63M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 UTS 63M, 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 UTS 63M registered?

UTS 63M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 8 November 1973.

Is UTS 63M safe to buy?

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