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SOL 524M

1973 MG B GT V8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

73 mi
Last recorded73 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOL 524M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 73 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 2,295 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 2,100 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 1,843 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 1,651 miles

both rear axle straps showing signs of wear

Pass 18 Jun 2019 1,141 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 1,140 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 231 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 231 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

screen wiper smeary

Pass 4 May 2017 99,606 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 98,870 miles

wipers smeary

Pass 28 Apr 2015 97,813 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 97,188 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 97,184 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

bad oil leak nearside engine area

bad oil leak rear axle pinion area

tempory fuel cap fitted,advise replace.

Pass 26 Apr 2013 96,237 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 95,161 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 94,244 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 94,239 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 93,633 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 93,633 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 93,446 miles

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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SOL 524M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SOL 524M, 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.

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What year was SOL 524M registered?

SOL 524M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 11 September 1973.

Is SOL 524M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOL 524M shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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