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VMB 754M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,850 mi
Last recorded58,850 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMB 754M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 58,850 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 58,810 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 58,781 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 58,742 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 58,625 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 58,614 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 58,397 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 57,100 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 57,100 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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VMB 754M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VMB 754M, 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 VMB 754M?

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What year was VMB 754M registered?

VMB 754M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is VMB 754M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMB 754M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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