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SUR 830M

1973 MG B GT V8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,018 mi
Last recorded46,018 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUR 830M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 46,018 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 45,688 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 45,321 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 44,790 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 44,315 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 43,876 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 42,975 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 42,974 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 42,738 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 42,079 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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SUR 830M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Blue 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 V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SUR 830M, 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 SUR 830M?

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What year was SUR 830M registered?

SUR 830M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 14 September 1973.

Is SUR 830M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUR 830M 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 SUR 830M have outstanding finance?

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