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AOV 979K

1971 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,266 mi
Last recorded88,266 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOV 979K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 88,266 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 88,262 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2025 86,491 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 86,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 85,745 miles

Front both s/rack boots cracked. low tone horn n/w. n/s/r brake binding slightly.

Pass 13 Feb 2017 85,528 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 85,279 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 84,556 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 82,668 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 80,301 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 79,917 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 78,270 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 77,731 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 76,009 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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AOV 979K is a 1971 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AOV 979K, 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

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What year was AOV 979K registered?

AOV 979K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 12 October 1971.

Is AOV 979K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOV 979K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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