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VJY 307M

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,952 mi
Last recorded69,952 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJY 307M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 69,952 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 69,946 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 69,942 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing all (2.5.A.1c)

rust marks on rear roadsprings

slight binding rear wheels

Fail 19 Apr 2017 69,942 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing all (2.5.A.1c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

rust marks on rear roadsprings

slight binding rear wheels

Pass 13 Nov 2014 69,938 miles

nearside front upper trunion mounting bush is starting to split slightly

slight play in both front wheel bearings

some corrosion to underbody in places

some oil dampness under engine , gearbox and rear differential unit

Fail 29 Sep 2014 69,930 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

catching noise coming from top steering column plastic cowling area

nearside windscreen washer jet is weak

offside engine mounting has a loose bolt

oil leaks from engine , gearbox and rear differential areas

some corrosion to underbody in places

Pass 13 Sep 2013 69,881 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 69,805 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 69,575 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 69,217 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 67,741 miles

SLIGHT WEAR IN BOTH KINGPINS

Pass 16 Sep 2008 66,600 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 66,194 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 66,088 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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VJY 307M is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VJY 307M, 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

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What year was VJY 307M registered?

VJY 307M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1973.

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