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RGK 565L

1973 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,838 mi
Last recorded92,838 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGK 565L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 92,838 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 39,919 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre cracking.

Nearside Rear tyre cracking.

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking.

Fail 8 Dec 2016 89,912 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre cracking.

Nearside Rear tyre cracking.

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking.

Pass 30 May 2015 90,008 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2014 90,005 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 89,790 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 89,703 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 89,703 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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RGK 565L is a 1973 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 RGK 565L, 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 RGK 565L?

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What year was RGK 565L registered?

RGK 565L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 9 April 1973.

Is RGK 565L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGK 565L shows 8 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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