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FAX 204K

1971 MG B GT

Grey Petrol 4552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,696 mi
Last recorded1,696 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 204K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,552cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 1,696 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 1,443 miles

oil leak from engine and gearbox

Pass 14 Sep 2018 702 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 124 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 87 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 77,013 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 77,013 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 77,013 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 77,013 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 77,013 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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FAX 204K is a 1971 MG B GT in Grey with a 4,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FAX 204K, 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 FAX 204K registered?

FAX 204K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 29 October 1971.

Is FAX 204K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 204K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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