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DYC 564J

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,107 mi
Last recorded53,107 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYC 564J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 53,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

oil leak

Fail 17 Dec 2015 53,101 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2014 52,519 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 52,133 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 52,113 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 52,113 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 51,965 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 51,950 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 51,948 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 51,875 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 51,822 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 51,731 miles

unable to check repairs to inner sills and floor

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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DYC 564J is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DYC 564J, 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 DYC 564J registered?

DYC 564J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is DYC 564J safe to buy?

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