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GY 995

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,386 mi
Last recorded7,386 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY 995
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2023 7,386 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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GY 995 is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GY 995, 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.

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What year was GY 995 registered?

GY 995 is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 16 February 1973.

Is GY 995 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY 995 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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