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HJU 543L

1973 MG Mgb GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,004 mi
Last recorded40,004 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb GT32,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJU 543L
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 40,004 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 38,450 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 38,296 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 38,277 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 38,252 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 37,952 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 37,918 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 37,918 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 37,918 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 37,918 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 37,418 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 37,232 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 37,168 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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HJU 543L is a 1973 MG Mgb GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJU 543L, 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 HJU 543L?

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What year was HJU 543L registered?

HJU 543L is a 1973 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is HJU 543L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJU 543L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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