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UEY 17M

1973 MG B GT V8

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,518 mi
Last recorded42,518 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEY 17M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 42,518 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 42,306 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 41,950 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 41,878 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 41,858 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 41,785 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 41,414 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 41,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,302 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 41,153 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 40,822 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 40,340 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 39,441 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 38,959 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 38,959 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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UEY 17M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UEY 17M, 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 UEY 17M?

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What year was UEY 17M registered?

UEY 17M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 12 November 1973.

Is UEY 17M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEY 17M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEY 17M have outstanding finance?

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