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CTF 993J

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,196 mi
Last recorded7,196 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTF 993J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 7,196 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 7,196 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 7,179 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 7,174 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 7,012 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 6,693 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 6,455 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 6,274 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 6,111 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 5,775 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 5,249 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 3,959 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 3,667 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 3,530 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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CTF 993J is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,950cc 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 CTF 993J, 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

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What year was CTF 993J registered?

CTF 993J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 4 June 1971.

Is CTF 993J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTF 993J 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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