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SDT 452L

1973 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,330 mi
Last recorded15,330 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDT 452L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 15,330 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 15,119 miles

o/s/r brake rises slightly faster then n/s/r brake

slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2015 14,844 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 14,503 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

engine has a slight oil leak.

rear diff has a slight oil leak.

Fail 28 May 2014 14,490 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine has a slight oil leak.

rear diff has a slight oil leak.

Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,181 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 13,806 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 13,806 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 May 2011 13,587 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 13,180 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 13,180 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 May 2009 12,691 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 11,993 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 33,454 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 10,771 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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SDT 452L is a 1973 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SDT 452L, 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 SDT 452L registered?

SDT 452L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 31 January 1973.

Is SDT 452L safe to buy?

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