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UGX 900M

1973 MG B GT V8

Purple Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,373 mi
Last recorded99,373 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGX 900M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 99,373 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 98,203 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 98,065 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 97,413 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 96,655 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 96,035 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 96,035 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill edge (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Steering rack insecure mounting bolts loose (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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UGX 900M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Purple with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UGX 900M, 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 UGX 900M registered?

UGX 900M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 13 November 1973.

Is UGX 900M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGX 900M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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