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XRR 708M

1973 MG B GT

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,290 mi
Last recorded58,290 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRR 708M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2013 58,290 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 57,971 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,123 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 53,232 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 52,641 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 51,988 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 51,408 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 50,745 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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XRR 708M is a 1973 MG B GT in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 XRR 708M, 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 XRR 708M?

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What year was XRR 708M registered?

XRR 708M is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 14 August 1973.

Is XRR 708M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRR 708M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRR 708M have outstanding finance?

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