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YFX 823M

1973 MG B GT V8

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,847 mi
Last recorded20,847 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFX 823M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 20,847 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Apr 2022 20,845 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,768 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 20,626 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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YFX 823M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YFX 823M, 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

How do I check the history of YFX 823M?

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What year was YFX 823M registered?

YFX 823M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 3 September 1973.

Is YFX 823M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFX 823M 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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