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WUK 805M

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,653 mi
Last recorded62,653 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUK 805M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 62,653 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight up and down in both trunnions. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 57,457 miles

Oil leak from offside rear hub

Fail 27 Apr 2021 57,457 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Oil leak from offside rear hub

Pass 10 Apr 2019 54,985 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 53,989 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 51,104 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 47,141 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 44,271 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 40,447 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 37,354 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 33,665 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 28,409 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 24,072 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 18,022 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 14,960 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 9,633 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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WUK 805M is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WUK 805M, 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 WUK 805M?

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What year was WUK 805M registered?

WUK 805M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 7 December 1973.

Is WUK 805M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUK 805M shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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