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CVK 359J

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,394 mi
Last recorded42,394 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVK 359J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 42,394 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 40,352 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015
Pass 13 Aug 2014 39,257 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 38,084 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 38,020 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 37,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 35,874 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 35,871 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Aug 2007 33,805 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 33,805 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 31,261 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 31,261 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 27,881 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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CVK 359J is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CVK 359J, 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 CVK 359J registered?

CVK 359J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 8 June 1971.

Is CVK 359J safe to buy?

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