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UYR 818M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

75,912 mi
Last recorded75,912 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYR 818M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 75,912 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 75,511 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 75,369 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 75,315 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 74,999 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 74,677 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 74,237 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 73,684 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 73,268 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 72,533 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 71,931 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 71,425 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 71,075 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 70,644 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 70,642 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 70,178 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 69,839 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 69,516 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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UYR 818M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 UYR 818M, 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 UYR 818M?

You can check the full history of UYR 818M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UYR 818M registered?

UYR 818M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is UYR 818M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYR 818M shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UYR 818M have outstanding finance?

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