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UBW 845L

1973 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,360 mi
Last recorded45,360 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBW 845L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 45,360 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 45,360 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 43,693 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 43,556 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 42,990 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 42,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 41,488 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

nearside and offside front track rod ends are very close to the inside edge of the front alloy wheels

Pass 17 Jun 2006 40,474 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 39,536 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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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UBW 845L is a 1973 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UBW 845L, 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 UBW 845L?

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What year was UBW 845L registered?

UBW 845L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 18 June 1973.

Is UBW 845L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBW 845L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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