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BTN 850J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,486 mi
Last recorded68,486 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTN 850J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 68,486 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 68,454 miles

Front Braking system leaking switch under bonnet (3.6.A.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 67,498 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 66,681 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 65,991 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 65,034 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 64,301 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 63,598 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 62,367 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 61,313 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 60,439 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 58,513 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 58,511 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 57,052 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

has slight play in n/s king pin

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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BTN 850J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BTN 850J, 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 BTN 850J?

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What year was BTN 850J registered?

BTN 850J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 10 February 1971.

Is BTN 850J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTN 850J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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