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BDJ 818N

1975 MG B GT V8

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,620 mi
Last recorded78,620 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2010
Typical for 1975 MG B GT V852,706 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDJ 818N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2010 78,620 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 77,610 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2008 75,598 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Fail 20 Oct 2008 75,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 17 Oct 2007 73,104 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 73,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 69,493 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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BDJ 818N is a 1975 MG B GT V8 in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 52,706 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 V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDJ 818N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 51 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BDJ 818N registered?

BDJ 818N is a 1975 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1975.

Is BDJ 818N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDJ 818N shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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