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RVK 32M

1973 MG B GT V8

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

80,265 mi
Last recorded80,265 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVK 32M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 80,265 miles

Nearside Front trunnion pin and bushes need attention,worn

Offside Front trunnion pin and bushes need attention,worn

Pass 4 Aug 2015 79,948 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 79,948 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 79,933 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 79,933 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 79,710 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 79,710 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 78,061 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 73,939 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 73,920 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 73,417 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 73,393 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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RVK 32M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,800 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 V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVK 32M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RVK 32M?

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What year was RVK 32M registered?

RVK 32M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 21 August 1973.

Is RVK 32M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVK 32M shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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