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RLE 407L

1973 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,234 mi
Last recorded94,234 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLE 407L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 94,234 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 94,173 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 94,033 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 94,017 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 94,017 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 93,943 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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RLE 407L is a 1973 MG B GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RLE 407L, 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 RLE 407L registered?

RLE 407L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 8 May 1973.

Is RLE 407L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLE 407L 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.

Does RLE 407L have outstanding finance?

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