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DLK 977J

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,804 mi
Last recorded83,804 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLK 977J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 83,804 miles

1/ slight play in n/s front king pin

Pass 23 Jul 2018 83,607 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 83,328 miles

Slight play in nearside front lower trunion.

Pass 22 Jun 2016 83,057 miles

Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 20 Apr 2015 82,798 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 82,576 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 82,424 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 82,070 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 81,813 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 81,702 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 81,491 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 81,175 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 81,161 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 80,959 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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DLK 977J is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DLK 977J, 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 DLK 977J?

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What year was DLK 977J registered?

DLK 977J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 30 March 1971.

Is DLK 977J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLK 977J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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