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SOL 809M

1973 MG B GT

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,379 mi
Last recorded12,379 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOL 809M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 12,379 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 11,152 miles

Gearbox mounting defective Both rear mountings perished ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 9,263 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 7,779 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 5,962 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 5,962 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 4,935 miles

Oil leak

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 4,935 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2011 2,980 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

play in rear axle pinion

Pass 6 May 2010 1,487 miles

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Pass 31 Mar 2009 117 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 99,758 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 99,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 98,238 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Pass 22 Apr 2006 96,928 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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SOL 809M is a 1973 MG B GT in White with a 3,528cc 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 SOL 809M, 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 SOL 809M registered?

SOL 809M is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 22 August 1973.

Is SOL 809M safe to buy?

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