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PRD 234M

1973 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,798 mi
Last recorded16,798 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B GT V844,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRD 234M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2018 16,798 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 16,432 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 15,972 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 15,494 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 15,069 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 14,441 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 13,595 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 11,118 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 8,784 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 7,186 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 4,083 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 43 miles

Fuel leak from fuel pump

Horn not working correctly

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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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PRD 234M is a 1973 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PRD 234M, 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 PRD 234M registered?

PRD 234M is a 1973 MG B GT V8, first registered on 2 October 1973.

Is PRD 234M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRD 234M shows 12 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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