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DLW 989J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,260 mi
Last recorded95,260 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLW 989J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2017 95,260 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 92,978 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 91,327 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 91,257 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Underside Of Vehicle Heavily Undersealed

Pass 22 May 2013 90,828 miles

Offside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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DLW 989J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 DLW 989J, 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 DLW 989J registered?

DLW 989J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 22 June 1971.

Is DLW 989J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLW 989J shows 5 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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