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GDA 7J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,542 mi
Last recorded77,542 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDA 7J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 77,542 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 77,334 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 77,099 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 77,025 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 77,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 76,642 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 76,189 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 75,771 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 75,771 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 74,655 miles

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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GDA 7J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 GDA 7J, 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 55 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 GDA 7J?

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What year was GDA 7J registered?

GDA 7J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 April 1971.

Is GDA 7J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDA 7J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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