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DHW 214K

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,657 mi
Last recorded27,657 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2010
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHW 214K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,657 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 27,614 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 27,080 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 26,903 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 23,984 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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DHW 214K is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,950cc 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 DHW 214K, 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 DHW 214K registered?

DHW 214K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 27 September 1971.

Is DHW 214K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHW 214K 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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