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BWP 956M

1974 MG B GT V8

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,205 mi
Last recorded28,205 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWP 956M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2017 28,205 miles

slight play in n/s lower trunion

Pass 4 Aug 2016 26,327 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 22,640 miles

lower king pin bush slight movement n/s front

Pass 23 Mar 2012 18,903 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 16,977 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 8,943 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 5,463 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 4,621 miles

Slight free movement at o/s and n/s front stub axle bushes.

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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BWP 956M is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,938 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BWP 956M, 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 52 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 BWP 956M registered?

BWP 956M is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 5 April 1974.

Is BWP 956M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWP 956M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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