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BNX 899J

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,405 mi
Last recorded98,405 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNX 899J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2016 98,405 miles

front n s o s lower suspension joints have slight play

rear o s brake slightly low effort

Pass 1 Sep 2015 98,319 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 97,572 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 96,472 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 96,546 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 96,074 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 95,738 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 95,475 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 95,167 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 94,896 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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BNX 899J is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BNX 899J, 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 BNX 899J?

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What year was BNX 899J registered?

BNX 899J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 12 February 1971.

Is BNX 899J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNX 899J shows 10 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 BNX 899J have outstanding finance?

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