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DFD 2J

1971 MG B GT

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,628 mi
Last recorded54,628 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFD 2J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2018 54,628 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 93,129 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 89,876 miles

corrosion to chassis both side front to rear

Pass 10 Jun 2014 85,430 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight corrosion to underside

slight play in steering rack

slight play in the nearside front king pin

Pass 30 May 2013 82,787 miles

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

lift in king pins

slight play in o/s king pin

Pass 20 Apr 2012 81,661 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 79,070 miles

extensive use of under seal

offside front sill rusted and holed

slight play up and down in king pin shaft on nearside front suspension

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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DFD 2J is a 1971 MG B GT in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DFD 2J, 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 DFD 2J registered?

DFD 2J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 12 May 1971.

Is DFD 2J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFD 2J shows 7 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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