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GDC 775N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,225 mi
Last recorded79,225 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDC 775N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 79,225 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

underside of vehicle heavily greased

Pass 14 Jul 2016 76,826 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 69,840 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 68,939 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 67,190 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 69,788 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 69,779 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 65,711 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

free play in steering

low reserve travel on handbrake

play in upper and lower suspesion front trunions both sides

Pass 23 Feb 2011 64,056 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 59,965 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 50,312 miles

FRONT NO PLATE CRACKED

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 46,116 miles

nearside rear drop sill corroding

Pass 21 Feb 2006 443,022 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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GDC 775N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GDC 775N, 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 GDC 775N?

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What year was GDC 775N registered?

GDC 775N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 6 December 1974.

Is GDC 775N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDC 775N shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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