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GAE 253N

1974 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,005 mi
Last recorded85,005 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAE 253N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 85,005 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 84,721 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 84,262 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 83,997 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 83,997 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2014 33,442 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 82,978 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 82,094 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 81,128 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 80,278 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 79,279 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 79,236 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 77,513 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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GAE 253N is a 1974 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 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 GAE 253N, 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 52 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 GAE 253N?

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What year was GAE 253N registered?

GAE 253N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 25 October 1974.

Is GAE 253N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAE 253N shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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