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GBD 818N

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,032 mi
Last recorded24,032 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBD 818N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 24,032 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Jun 2020 24,032 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jul 2019 23,463 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Jun 2018 22,570 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 20 Jun 2018 22,567 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 13 Jul 2017 22,279 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jul 2016 21,889 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint trunnion (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint trunnion (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres show manufacturing defects

oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,798 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 18,934 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 18,207 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 17,132 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 15,642 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 14,247 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 12,652 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 12,581 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 12,574 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GBD 818N is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBD 818N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBD 818N registered?

GBD 818N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 20 November 1974.

Is GBD 818N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBD 818N shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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