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DXG 179K

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,306 mi
Last recorded19,306 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXG 179K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 19,306 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 18,729 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 18,729 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 17,775 miles

tank

Pass 24 Mar 2010 16,572 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 15,180 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,945 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 12,681 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 10,916 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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DXG 179K is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DXG 179K, 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 DXG 179K?

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What year was DXG 179K registered?

DXG 179K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is DXG 179K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXG 179K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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