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DAC 916J

1971 MG B GT

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,464 mi
Last recorded17,464 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAC 916J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 17,464 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 9,413 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 9,409 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2007 9,287 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 9,054 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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DAC 916J is a 1971 MG B GT in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DAC 916J, 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 DAC 916J?

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What year was DAC 916J registered?

DAC 916J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 22 January 1971.

Is DAC 916J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAC 916J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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