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UWM 898L

1973 MG B GT

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,583 mi
Last recorded71,583 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWM 898L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 May 2025 71,583 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 71,391 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 71,263 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 71,095 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 70,835 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 70,092 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 69,519 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 69,036 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 68,809 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 68,423 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 67,948 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 67,340 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 66,717 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 65,910 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 64,709 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 62,985 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 61,580 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 60,234 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 58,886 miles

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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UWM 898L is a 1973 MG B GT in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UWM 898L, 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 UWM 898L?

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What year was UWM 898L registered?

UWM 898L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is UWM 898L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWM 898L shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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