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PUD 298L

1973 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

67,962 mi
Last recorded67,962 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUD 298L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 67,962 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush offside+nearside (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 67,155 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 67,155 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 65,211 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 62,509 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 61,176 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 61,176 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking hub (3.6.A.1)

servo pipe insecure

Pass 31 Oct 2016 58,534 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 55,639 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 52,286 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 50,979 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 48,862 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,901 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 45,792 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 44,494 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 41,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 41,229 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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PUD 298L is a 1973 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PUD 298L, 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 PUD 298L registered?

PUD 298L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 16 April 1973.

Is PUD 298L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUD 298L shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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