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CHO 220K

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

24,052 mi
Last recorded24,052 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHO 220K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 24,052 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 23,211 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 22,477 miles

clutch releace bearing niosey

Pass 27 Jun 2014 21,518 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 21,518 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 20,801 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Pass 21 Jun 2012 20,323 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 19,341 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 19,341 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 18,302 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2010 18,291 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 17,596 miles

BOTH rear tyres slightly perished on side walls.

Battery insecure

Nearside front tyre slightly perished on side walls.

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 29 Nov 2008 17,589 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

off side front tyre flat

Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,198 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 13,145 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 13,145 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fail 11 Aug 2006 12,716 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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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CHO 220K is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CHO 220K, 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 CHO 220K?

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What year was CHO 220K registered?

CHO 220K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is CHO 220K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHO 220K shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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