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APO 162C

1965 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,227 mi
Last recorded18,227 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPO 162C
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 18,227 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 16,718 miles

both front coil springs corroded

slight play in nearside fulcum pin

Fail 1 Apr 2016 16,718 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front coil springs corroded

slight play in nearside fulcum pin

Pass 2 Apr 2015 14,375 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 14,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 11,609 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 11,389 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

weld repairs to off side rear chassis

Pass 10 Jun 2006 9,823 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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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APO 162C is a 1965 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 APO 162C, 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 61 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 APO 162C registered?

APO 162C is a 1965 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1965.

Is APO 162C safe to buy?

The MOT history for APO 162C shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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