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VTJ 581L

1973 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,522 mi
Last recorded25,522 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTJ 581L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 25,522 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 18,611 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,275 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 16,275 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,264 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 16,264 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 15,990 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 15,582 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,833 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 14,581 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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VTJ 581L is a 1973 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VTJ 581L, 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 VTJ 581L?

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What year was VTJ 581L registered?

VTJ 581L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 23 January 1973.

Is VTJ 581L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTJ 581L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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