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BFV 640R

1976 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,731 mi
Last recorded18,731 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1976 MG B GT51,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFV 640R
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2014 18,731 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 18,590 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 18,474 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,085 miles

Corrosion holes in O/S/Front footwell

Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,693 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 16,981 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 16,328 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 14,612 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 13,154 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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BFV 640R is a 1976 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,848 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 BFV 640R, 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 50 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 BFV 640R?

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What year was BFV 640R registered?

BFV 640R is a 1976 MG B GT, first registered on 8 October 1976.

Is BFV 640R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFV 640R shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFV 640R have outstanding finance?

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