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VAL 394L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,069 mi
Last recorded28,069 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAL 394L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 28,069 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 28,067 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 27,655 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 25,722 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,548 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 25,504 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 25,468 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 25,429 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 25,406 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,265 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,933 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 24,896 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 24,568 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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VAL 394L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VAL 394L, 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 VAL 394L?

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What year was VAL 394L registered?

VAL 394L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 13 June 1973.

Is VAL 394L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAL 394L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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