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FVC 780L

1973 MG Mgb GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,981 mi
Last recorded2,981 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb GT32,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVC 780L
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 2,981 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 2,584 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 2,225 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 2,196 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 3 Jul 2018 2,190 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2017 1,982 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 1,799 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 1,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2015 1,555 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 1,154 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 1,153 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 6,999 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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FVC 780L is a 1973 MG Mgb GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 32,713 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 Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FVC 780L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FVC 780L?

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What year was FVC 780L registered?

FVC 780L is a 1973 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 15 March 1973.

Is FVC 780L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVC 780L shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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