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TPJ 16M

1973 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,885 mi
Last recorded14,885 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPJ 16M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 14,885 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 13,959 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 11,520 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 3,751 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 6 Dec 2016 3,751 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 3,264 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 3,528 miles

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 3,241 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 3,234 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 3,228 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 3,204 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 3,176 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 3,153 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 3,153 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 3,141 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 3,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 3,131 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 3,096 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 3,036 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 3,014 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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TPJ 16M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TPJ 16M, 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

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What year was TPJ 16M registered?

TPJ 16M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is TPJ 16M safe to buy?

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