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VXJ 703L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,282 mi
Last recorded20,282 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVXJ 703L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 20,282 miles

Slight play and lift at steering wheel.

Fail 13 Apr 2018 20,280 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Slight play and lift at steering wheel.

Pass 5 Apr 2017 20,074 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,818 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 19,807 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 19,796 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 19,781 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 19,171 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,759 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 19,702 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 19,688 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 19,687 miles

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 19,620 miles

rear spring hanger rubber bushs perished /slight cracking -no excess free movement

slight wear to inside edges of near side and offside front tyres

Pass 26 Apr 2007 19,398 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 19,388 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

nearside & offside front wiper blades torn

Pass 21 Apr 2006 19,221 miles

rear flexible brake pipe slightly perished(recommend replaced with braided type to match front)

Fail 21 Apr 2006 19,221 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

fuel supply pipe to fuel filter in engine bay hose perished (not leaking fuel at this time)

rear flexible brake pipe slightly perished(recommend replaced with braided type to match fronts)

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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VXJ 703L 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 VXJ 703L, 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 VXJ 703L?

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What year was VXJ 703L registered?

VXJ 703L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is VXJ 703L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VXJ 703L 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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