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FXZ 717

1976 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,279 mi
Last recorded92,279 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 1976 MG B GT51,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXZ 717
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 92,279 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 91,485 miles

Offside parking brake effort low, requires adjustment

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 91,398 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside parking brake effort low, requires adjustment

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

Pass 24 May 2022 90,832 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 90,832 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 39,828 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 89,389 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 89,049 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 89,016 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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FXZ 717 is a 1976 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,848 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 FXZ 717, 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 50 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 FXZ 717?

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What year was FXZ 717 registered?

FXZ 717 is a 1976 MG B GT, first registered on 22 October 1976.

Is FXZ 717 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXZ 717 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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