CarVerify

Free Car Check

GFN 130L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

4,726 mi
Last recorded4,726 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFN 130L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 4,726 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Dec 2021 4,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2021 4,689 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 4,674 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 4,674 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 4,584 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 4,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 4,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 4,271 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 4,208 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 4,035 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 4,035 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 3,701 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 3,479 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 3,114 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 3,114 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 2,762 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 2,762 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 2,333 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 2,058 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 1,692 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 1,274 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 1,274 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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
Full MG B reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GFN 130L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 GFN 130L, 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 GFN 130L?

You can check the full history of GFN 130L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GFN 130L registered?

GFN 130L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is GFN 130L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFN 130L shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFN 130L have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GFN 130L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.