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DYA 300J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,363 mi
Last recorded30,363 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYA 300J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 30,363 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 27,535 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 26,444 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 25,011 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 24,523 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 23,806 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 22,800 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 21,929 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2014 21,929 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 19,796 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 16,093 miles

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

wiper blade split

Pass 19 May 2011 14,052 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 10,557 miles

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

offside front lower bump stop missing

offside rear tyre becoming slightly perished

Pass 28 May 2009 7,756 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

offside front lower bump stop deteriorated

Pass 21 May 2008 5,328 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 10 May 2007 3,200 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 8 May 2006 1,718 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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DYA 300J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DYA 300J, 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 DYA 300J registered?

DYA 300J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is DYA 300J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYA 300J shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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