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PPA 689L

1973 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,817 mi
Last recorded2,817 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPA 689L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 May 2017 2,817 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 2,756 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 2,719 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 2,685 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 2,647 miles

slight coolant leak

Pass 10 May 2012 2,604 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 2,568 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 2,492 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

flashing indicator rate at lower rate

left hand head light main beam slightly low

lh wiper blade showing sign of wear

Pass 1 May 2009 2,346 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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PPA 689L is a 1973 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PPA 689L, 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 PPA 689L?

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What year was PPA 689L registered?

PPA 689L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 22 March 1973.

Is PPA 689L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPA 689L shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PPA 689L have outstanding finance?

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