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DTN 782K

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

23,788 mi
Last recorded23,788 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTN 782K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 23,788 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 23,747 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

brake pedal feels slightly notchy

Pass 20 May 2024 20,981 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 19,974 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 19,528 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 18,791 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 17,471 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 17,461 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,977 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 15,762 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 15,264 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 15,224 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 14,349 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 15,177 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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DTN 782K is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DTN 782K, 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 DTN 782K registered?

DTN 782K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is DTN 782K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTN 782K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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