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GCN 203N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,263 mi
Last recorded81,263 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCN 203N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 81,263 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside+nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 81,022 miles

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy offside+nearside (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 80,403 miles

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy offside+nearside (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 80,224 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 79,037 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 78,635 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 78,635 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 77,247 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 77,247 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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GCN 203N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GCN 203N, 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

How do I check the history of GCN 203N?

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What year was GCN 203N registered?

GCN 203N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 4 October 1974.

Is GCN 203N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCN 203N shows 9 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.

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