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VTU 720M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

76,981 mi
Last recorded76,981 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTU 720M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 76,981 miles

Nearside seat runner is slightly loose

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

one parking brake lever mount loose

Fail 18 Aug 2018 76,981 miles

Nearside seat runner is slightly loose

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

one parking brake lever mount loose

Pass 14 Aug 2017 76,203 miles

Central exhaust bracket is cracked

Front brake caliper retainer lock-tabs are not turned

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

Pass 21 May 2016 75,549 miles

Offside Rear hub has slght play

Pass 9 May 2015 74,290 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 73,277 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 72,332 miles

clutch pedal pivot is worn

offside front wheel-bearing is slightly noisy

Pass 12 May 2012 71,513 miles

exhaust rear bracket is slightly loose

offside front wheel bearing is slightly rough

Pass 7 May 2011 70,508 miles

offside front wheel bearing is slightly noisy

Pass 30 Apr 2010 67,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 65,324 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2008 61,789 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 59,240 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 56,178 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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VTU 720M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VTU 720M, 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 VTU 720M registered?

VTU 720M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 23 October 1973.

Is VTU 720M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTU 720M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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