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12 BRS

1974 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,461 mi
Last recorded79,461 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration12 BRS
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 79,461 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 78,987 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 78,544 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 78,544 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 78,379 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 78,164 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 77,873 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 77,873 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 77,320 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 76,944 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 76,507 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 76,203 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 76,202 miles

Direction indicators not working all (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2016 76,102 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 76,101 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Braking system leaking FLEXI HOSE (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2015 75,178 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 73,941 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 73,910 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 73,835 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 73,705 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 73,013 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 71,434 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 71,434 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 71,166 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 68,786 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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12 BRS is a 1974 MG B GT in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 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 12 BRS, 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 52 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 12 BRS?

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What year was 12 BRS registered?

12 BRS is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 22 January 1974.

Is 12 BRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 12 BRS shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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