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GCB 250N

1974 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,098 mi
Last recorded34,098 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2006
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCB 250N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2006 34,098 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 34,098 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2005 30,324 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 30,324 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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GCB 250N is a 1974 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GCB 250N, 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 GCB 250N?

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What year was GCB 250N registered?

GCB 250N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 7 October 1974.

Is GCB 250N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCB 250N shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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