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GAJ 81N

1974 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

15,611 mi
Last recorded15,611 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAJ 81N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 15,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f floor holed & corroded

slight noise o/s/f wheel bearing

slight plat n/s/f wheel bearing

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2014 14,379 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Mar 2014 14,355 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,604 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

o/s/f front floor rusted and holed

rad leaking

Fail 2 Apr 2013 13,604 miles

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

rad leaking

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

o/s/f front floor rusted and holed

Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,765 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2012 11,765 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2011 6,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both steering rack joints worn slight movement

Fail 25 Mar 2011 6,133 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both steering rack joints worn slight movement

Pass 20 Feb 2010 2,719 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

front brake discs slightly rusted

slight play n/s & o/s front suspension units (king pins)

Fail 20 Feb 2010 2,719 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

front brake discs slightly rusted

slight play n/s & o/s front suspension units (king pins)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 2,577 miles

o/s/r inner sill starting to rust

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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GAJ 81N is a 1974 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 GAJ 81N, 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.

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What year was GAJ 81N registered?

GAJ 81N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 3 October 1974.

Is GAJ 81N safe to buy?

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