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NRU 210M

1973 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,426 mi
Last recorded82,426 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRU 210M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 82,426 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 82,117 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 81,964 miles

exhaust manifold to downpipe has a nut missing, general welding is of extremely poor quality

Fail 12 Sep 2014 81,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

exhaust manifold to down pipe has a nut missing, general welding is of poor quality.

Pass 31 Oct 2011 81,924 miles

Corrosion formeing on vehicle.

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear road spring bushes perished.

Windscreen wiper blade worn.

Pass 12 Oct 2010 81,879 miles

Corrosion formeing floor pans.

Corrosion formeing off side outer wheel arch.

Fuel tank corroded.

Near side inner sill corroded at rear.

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Suspension components corroded.

Pass 9 Oct 2009 81,844 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 81,844 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Engine Oil Leaks

Front Suspension Coil Springs Rusted

General Rust Under Vehicle

Hazzard Lights Not Fitted

No Rear Fog Lamp Fitted

No Rear Seat Belts Fitted

Rear Leaf Springs Rusted

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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NRU 210M is a 1973 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NRU 210M, 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

How do I check the history of NRU 210M?

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What year was NRU 210M registered?

NRU 210M is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 10 September 1973.

Is NRU 210M safe to buy?

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