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EYA 674J

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,161 mi
Last recorded99,161 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYA 674J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 99,161 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 99,154 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 97,396 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 95,512 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 95,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 94,777 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 90,955 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 90,075 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 88,881 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 88,681 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

o/s/f floor corroded outside of prescribed area

Fail 30 Apr 2009 88,681 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

o/s/f floor corroded outside of prescribed area

Pass 2 Apr 2008 87,924 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 86,845 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 85,780 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 85,769 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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EYA 674J is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EYA 674J, 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 EYA 674J registered?

EYA 674J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 12 May 1971.

Is EYA 674J safe to buy?

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