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AWU 247K

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,686 mi
Last recorded22,686 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 247K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 22,686 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 22,682 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 14,513 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 14,511 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 14,091 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,868 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 13,868 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2007 13,364 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2006 11,476 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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AWU 247K is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AWU 247K, 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

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What year was AWU 247K registered?

AWU 247K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 20 January 1972.

Is AWU 247K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 247K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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