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7474 MG

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,797 mi
Last recorded54,797 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7474 MG
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 54,797 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 54,377 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 54,053 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 54,053 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 53,863 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 53,450 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 53,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 53,121 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 53,068 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 53,028 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 52,945 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 527,666 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 52,458 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 52,316 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 52,177 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 51,959 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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7474 MG is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 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 7474 MG, 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 55 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 7474 MG?

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What year was 7474 MG registered?

7474 MG is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is 7474 MG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7474 MG shows 16 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.

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