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VLG 255M

1973 MG B

Purple Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,646 mi
Last recorded21,646 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLG 255M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2024 21,646 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 21,608 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 21,566 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 21,500 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 21,474 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 21,422 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 21,080 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 20,670 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 20,445 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 19,542 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 18,596 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 17,345 miles

slight inbalance front brakes

Pass 4 Jun 2009 16,619 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 15,630 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 14,787 miles

imbalance 25%

slight play in steering wheel

slight play nearside and offside swinging shackels rear

Pass 18 May 2006 13,338 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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VLG 255M is a 1973 MG B in Purple with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VLG 255M, 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 VLG 255M?

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What year was VLG 255M registered?

VLG 255M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1973.

Is VLG 255M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLG 255M shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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