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LGT 973K

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,907 mi
Last recorded97,907 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGT 973K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 97,907 miles

Oil leaks

Slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 17 Mar 2016 97,898 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 97,881 miles

handbrake dust covers

Pass 25 Mar 2014 97,859 miles

handbrake dust covers

Pass 1 May 2009 97,848 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 1 May 2009 97,848 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2008 97,836 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 97,833 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 97,830 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nail in tyre

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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LGT 973K is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LGT 973K, 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 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LGT 973K?

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What year was LGT 973K registered?

LGT 973K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is LGT 973K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGT 973K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LGT 973K have outstanding finance?

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