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UTB 371L

1973 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,147 mi
Last recorded87,147 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTB 371L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2008 87,147 miles

Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

gearbox lever fouls bodytunnel

nearside rear brake backplate damp with oil

offside rear light lens faded slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2008 87,147 miles

Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

gearbox lever fouls bodytunnel

nearside rear brake backplate damp with oil

offside rear light lens faded slightly

Pass 28 Jun 2007 82,727 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 77,151 miles

Nearside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

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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UTB 371L is a 1973 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UTB 371L, 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

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What year was UTB 371L registered?

UTB 371L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is UTB 371L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTB 371L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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