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YWW 700L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,700 mi
Last recorded49,700 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWW 700L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 49,700 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 49,521 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 49,351 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 49,270 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 49,134 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 48,744 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 46,993 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 46,341 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 42,144 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 40,607 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 37,961 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 37,961 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YWW 700L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YWW 700L, 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 YWW 700L?

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What year was YWW 700L registered?

YWW 700L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 26 June 1973.

Is YWW 700L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWW 700L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YWW 700L have outstanding finance?

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