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UWE 56L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,639 mi
Last recorded18,639 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWE 56L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 18,639 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 18,639 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 1,793 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 17,244 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 17,244 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 15,830 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 15,830 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 15,752 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 15,430 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

slight bind on o/s/f brake

Pass 16 May 2009 14,751 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 13,781 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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UWE 56L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 UWE 56L, 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 UWE 56L?

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What year was UWE 56L registered?

UWE 56L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is UWE 56L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWE 56L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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