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HTR 986L

1973 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,672 mi
Last recorded22,672 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTR 986L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 22,672 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 22,443 miles

Coolant leak hose to radiator ()

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 22,443 miles

Coolant leak hose to radiator ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 22,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak hose to radiator ()

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 21,976 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 21,663 miles

Coolant leak radiator hose to radiator ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security slightly corroded bubbling in paint (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 21,121 miles

Coolant leak front hose ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2021 21,094 miles

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

Coolant leak front hose ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 21,078 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 20,957 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 20,957 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 20,565 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 20,565 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 20,354 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 20,127 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 18,923 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 18,838 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 18,055 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 17,240 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 17,240 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 16,697 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 16,697 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 15,261 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,664 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 9,653 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 5,536 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,536 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 1,743 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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HTR 986L is a 1973 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 41,488 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HTR 986L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HTR 986L registered?

HTR 986L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 19 April 1973.

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