CarVerify

Free Car Check

GUR 98L

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,589 mi
Last recorded16,589 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUR 98L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 16,589 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 15,767 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 15,138 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 15,137 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2014 14,702 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

clutch flexi hose perished

Pass 27 Nov 2012 14,202 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 3,713 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 1,306 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
Full MG Mgb reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GUR 98L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GUR 98L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GUR 98L?

You can check the full history of GUR 98L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GUR 98L registered?

GUR 98L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is GUR 98L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUR 98L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GUR 98L have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GUR 98L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.