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AFU 197K

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,811 mi
Last recorded16,811 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFU 197K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 16,811 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 16,811 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 15,868 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 15,723 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 14,804 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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AFU 197K is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 AFU 197K, 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 54 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 AFU 197K?

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What year was AFU 197K registered?

AFU 197K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 10 February 1972.

Is AFU 197K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFU 197K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFU 197K have outstanding finance?

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