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WTF 389L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,190 mi
Last recorded89,190 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTF 389L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 89,190 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 89,180 miles

Nearside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

slight play in front lower trunnions

Fail 26 Sep 2017 89,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

slight play in front lower trunnions

Pass 5 Sep 2016 88,897 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 88,812 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 87,987 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 87,980 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 86,226 miles

slight oil weep noted from nearside rear back plate.advise attention.

Fail 3 Sep 2013 86,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

slight oil weep noted from nearside rear back plate.advise attention.

Pass 21 Aug 2012 81,732 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 77,780 miles

advisory.oil leak noted from nearside rear back plate area.advise attention.

Pass 28 Aug 2010 77,012 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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WTF 389L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WTF 389L, 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 WTF 389L registered?

WTF 389L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 11 May 1973.

Is WTF 389L safe to buy?

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