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YRF 337M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,592 mi
Last recorded25,592 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRF 337M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 25,592 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 25,592 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 25,206 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 25,206 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 24,784 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 24,784 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 24,490 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 24,433 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,405 miles

Front Carburetter fuel pipe slightly deteriorated.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 24,405 miles

Front Carburetter fuel pipe slightly deteriorated.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 24,395 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,352 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 24,310 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 24,263 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 24,216 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 24,142 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 23,456 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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YRF 337M is a 1973 MG B in Red 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 YRF 337M, 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 YRF 337M?

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What year was YRF 337M registered?

YRF 337M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 13 August 1973.

Is YRF 337M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRF 337M 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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