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VWB 603L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

3,048 mi
Last recorded3,048 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWB 603L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 3,048 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 3,033 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 3,033 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 28 May 2020 3,020 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 3,011 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 3,003 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 2,994 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 2,986 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 2,981 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 2,960 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 2,908 miles

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

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

Slight wear in lower steering column bush

Pass 20 Jun 2011 2,887 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 2,886 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 2,775 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 2,775 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 2,758 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 2,758 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

o/s/f tyre outer wall slightly peribhed

play in o/s/f kingpin

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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VWB 603L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VWB 603L, 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 VWB 603L?

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What year was VWB 603L registered?

VWB 603L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is VWB 603L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWB 603L shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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