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FBW 676K

1971 MG B GT

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,728 mi
Last recorded65,728 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2010
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBW 676K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2010 65,728 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake inbalance 24%

n/sf floor corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2009 65,001 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 19 Nov 2009 65,001 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 65,001 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 64,738 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 64,738 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 64,294 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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FBW 676K is a 1971 MG B GT in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FBW 676K, 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 FBW 676K registered?

FBW 676K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FBW 676K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBW 676K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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