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AWF 494K

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,438 mi
Last recorded75,438 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWF 494K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 75,438 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 75,181 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 74,815 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 74,493 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 74,477 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front road wheel touching track rod

Pass 17 May 2017 74,222 miles

Nearside Rear check strap poor

Pass 18 Apr 2016 74,087 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 74,032 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 73,933 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 73,883 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 73,875 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 73,822 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 73,741 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 73,701 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 73,594 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 73,486 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 73,332 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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AWF 494K is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AWF 494K, 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 AWF 494K registered?

AWF 494K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 17 December 1971.

Is AWF 494K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWF 494K shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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