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VWJ 888L

1973 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,694 mi
Last recorded45,694 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2014
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWJ 888L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2014 45,694 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 45,672 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 45,646 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 45,622 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 45,599 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 45,564 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 45,478 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Jun 2006 45,040 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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VWJ 888L is a 1973 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VWJ 888L, 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 VWJ 888L?

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What year was VWJ 888L registered?

VWJ 888L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 15 June 1973.

Is VWJ 888L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWJ 888L shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VWJ 888L have outstanding finance?

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