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ETE 274J

1971 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,941 mi
Last recorded74,941 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETE 274J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 74,941 miles

sill and inner arch covers fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2012 74,243 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 74,234 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 73,669 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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ETE 274J is a 1971 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 ETE 274J, 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 ETE 274J?

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What year was ETE 274J registered?

ETE 274J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 26 April 1971.

Is ETE 274J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETE 274J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETE 274J have outstanding finance?

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