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PHW 487M

1973 MG B GT V8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48 mi
Last recorded48 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHW 487M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 48 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017

both sills corroded

chip in windscreen

floor/chassis corroded

nearside rear wheel slight bind

Pass 18 Apr 2016 99,991 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

both sills corroded

chassis/floor corroded

chip in windscreen

slight brake bind on nearside rear wheel

Pass 18 Apr 2015 99,956 miles

both sills corroded

chassis corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2015 99,956 miles

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

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

both sills corroded

chassis corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2014 99,475 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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PHW 487M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PHW 487M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PHW 487M registered?

PHW 487M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 9 November 1973.

Is PHW 487M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHW 487M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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