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NTL 861M

1973 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

93,951 mi
Last recorded93,951 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTL 861M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 93,951 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 93,198 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 92,664 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 92,383 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 91,628 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 90,975 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 89,909 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 88,967 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 87,994 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 87,063 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 85,029 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 85,008 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 84,932 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 84,888 miles

rear service brake shows some imbalance

Pass 15 Mar 2008 84,817 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 84,451 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 83,704 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 83,704 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

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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NTL 861M is a 1973 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 NTL 861M, 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 NTL 861M?

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What year was NTL 861M registered?

NTL 861M is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1973.

Is NTL 861M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTL 861M shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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