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WUK 490M

1973 MG B GT V8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,783 mi
Last recorded88,783 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUK 490M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2019 88,783 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 88,777 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 88,770 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 88,762 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 88,747 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 88,740 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 88,713 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 88,430 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 87,160 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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WUK 490M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WUK 490M, 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 WUK 490M registered?

WUK 490M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 December 1973.

Is WUK 490M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUK 490M shows 9 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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