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GON 580L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,852 mi
Last recorded74,852 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGON 580L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 74,852 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 74,304 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 73,284 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 73,086 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 73,045 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 72,930 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 72,533 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 72,222 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 72,222 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 71,983 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 71,866 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 71,497 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 70,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 70,652 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 70,597 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 70,457 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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GON 580L is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GON 580L, 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 GON 580L?

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What year was GON 580L registered?

GON 580L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is GON 580L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GON 580L shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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