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BAY 987K

1971 MG B GT

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,329 mi
Last recorded20,329 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAY 987K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 20,329 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 20,163 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 20,030 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 19,843 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 May 2011 19,843 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 19,744 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008
Fail 25 Mar 2008

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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BAY 987K is a 1971 MG B GT in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BAY 987K, 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

How do I check the history of BAY 987K?

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What year was BAY 987K registered?

BAY 987K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is BAY 987K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAY 987K 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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