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GCD 641N

1974 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,240 mi
Last recorded53,240 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCD 641N
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 53,240 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 52,173 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 51,598 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 46,101 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 44,344 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 44,325 miles

Offside front brake application uneven slower and lower (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 42,652 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 42,337 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 42,332 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

o/s front wheel loose

Pass 15 May 2013 42,010 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,852 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 41,571 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 40,759 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2010 40,758 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 37,208 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 37,002 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 37,002 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 32,248 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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GCD 641N is a 1974 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GCD 641N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GCD 641N registered?

GCD 641N is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 18 October 1974.

Is GCD 641N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCD 641N shows 18 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.

Does GCD 641N have outstanding finance?

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