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RGF 329L

1973 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,169 mi
Last recorded26,169 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGF 329L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 26,169 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2017 26,151 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,723 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 22,684 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 22,677 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 22,038 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 21,148 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 20,418 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 19,246 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 18,188 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 18,186 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 18,123 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 18,001 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2007 17,999 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

slight play on near side front suspension

Pass 19 Mar 2007 17,999 miles

slight play on near side front suspension

Pass 23 Mar 2006 17,796 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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RGF 329L is a 1973 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RGF 329L, 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 RGF 329L registered?

RGF 329L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 14 March 1973.

Is RGF 329L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGF 329L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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