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PHV 6L

1973 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,852 mi
Last recorded24,852 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHV 6L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 24,852 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 24,840 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 May 2015 24,776 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 24,659 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 May 2013 24,459 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 23,957 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 23,498 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 23,279 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 22,964 miles

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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PHV 6L is a 1973 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PHV 6L, 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 PHV 6L?

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What year was PHV 6L registered?

PHV 6L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is PHV 6L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHV 6L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHV 6L have outstanding finance?

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