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VVT 280L

1973 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,782 mi
Last recorded18,782 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVT 280L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 18,782 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 17,798 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 15,112 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 11,284 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 7,439 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 3,450 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 1,868 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 3 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,329 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 24,107 miles

excellent condition

Pass 26 Jun 2010 23,069 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 22,243 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 22,200 miles

vehicle has been renovated in ex/condition

Pass 23 Jun 2007 21,424 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 21,300 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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VVT 280L is a 1973 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VVT 280L, 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 VVT 280L?

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What year was VVT 280L registered?

VVT 280L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 May 1973.

Is VVT 280L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVT 280L shows 15 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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