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SKM 770M

1973 MG B GT

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

95,998 mi
Last recorded95,998 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKM 770M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 95,998 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 89,024 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 81,531 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 79,862 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 79,419 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 79,045 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 78,998 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 78,591 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 77,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 77,715 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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SKM 770M is a 1973 MG B GT in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SKM 770M, 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 SKM 770M?

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What year was SKM 770M registered?

SKM 770M is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 5 October 1973.

Is SKM 770M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKM 770M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SKM 770M have outstanding finance?

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