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PAN 300L

1973 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,829 mi
Last recorded15,829 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAN 300L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 15,829 miles

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

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 15,801 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 15,538 miles

slight end float in streering colunm

Pass 6 Sep 2017 15,524 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 15,401 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 15,401 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 15,008 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight wear in nearside lower suspension trunnion

slight wear in nearside top suspension trunnion

slight wear in offside lower suspension trunnion

Fail 10 Sep 2015 15,006 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight wear in nearside lower suspension trunnion

slight wear in nearside top suspension trunnion

slight wear in offside lower suspension trunnion

Pass 2 Aug 2013 14,911 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 14,907 miles

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

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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PAN 300L is a 1973 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PAN 300L, 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 PAN 300L registered?

PAN 300L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 12 April 1973.

Is PAN 300L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAN 300L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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