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UVB 226M

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,077 mi
Last recorded34,077 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVB 226M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2013 34,077 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 34,063 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 34,043 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 33,989 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 33,928 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 33,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in n/s/f kingpin

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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UVB 226M is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UVB 226M, 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 UVB 226M?

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What year was UVB 226M registered?

UVB 226M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1973.

Is UVB 226M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVB 226M shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UVB 226M have outstanding finance?

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