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PGC 73K

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,375 mi
Last recorded48,375 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGC 73K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 48,375 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 46,643 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 45,802 miles

Both front anti roll bar D bushes slight play

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 43,799 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 42,588 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 41,464 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 40,123 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 37,977 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 17 Nov 2009 35,790 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 32,766 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all tyres perishing

fuel cap seal perishing

slight lift n/s/f kingpin

Pass 30 Nov 2007 29,798 miles

under body heavily covered in under sill

wipers smearing

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

all tyres perished

front and rear suspension components corroded

fuel cap seal perishing

lift in nsf upper and lower trunnions,recommend attention

os door mirror loose,recommend attention

osf lower trunnion gatior split

osr brake pipe corroding

rear brake hose braided

signs of corrosion rear chassis rails

Fail 26 Nov 2007 29,795 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

all tyres perished

front and rear suspension components corroded

fuel cap seal perishing

lift in nsf upper and lower trunnions,recommend attention

os door mirror loose,recommend attention

osf lower trunnion gatior split

osr brake pipe corroding

rear brake hose braided

signs of corrosion rear chassis rails

under body heavily covered in under sill

wipers smearing

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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PGC 73K is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 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 PGC 73K, 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 55 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 PGC 73K registered?

PGC 73K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 22 October 1971.

Is PGC 73K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGC 73K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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