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GDL 484N

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,250 mi
Last recorded22,250 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDL 484N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 22,250 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 21,051 miles

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

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

both front tyres 3mm of tread

both rear tyres 3mm of tread

dampness around offside rear brake back plate, gear oil suspect halfshaft seal starting to leak

extensive welding repairs to underside

oil leaks engine and gear box

Fail 20 Jul 2016 21,022 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres 3mm of tread

both rear tyres 3mm of tread

dampness around offside rear brake back plate, gear oil suspect halfshaft seal starting to leak

extensive welding repairs to underside

oil leaks engine and gear box

Pass 28 Jul 2015 19,619 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 17,760 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 15,143 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 15,143 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 11,818 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 11,472 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 11,471 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 9,491 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 9,491 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 8,605 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 8,137 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 7,209 miles

slight play in rack and pinion, operation a little rough

Pass 23 Feb 2006 6,765 miles

Slight play in rack and pinion.

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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GDL 484N is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 GDL 484N, 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 51 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GDL 484N registered?

GDL 484N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 17 January 1975.

Is GDL 484N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDL 484N shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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