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GFD 888N

1974 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,711 mi
Last recorded86,711 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFD 888N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 86,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 86,538 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

near & off side front trunions have slight lift

Pass 12 Jan 2022 83,483 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 83,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 82,309 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 81,918 miles

Nearside rear axle end oil seal leaking.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 81,899 miles

Nearside Rear axle end leaking oil.

Pass 2 Oct 2015 81,730 miles

Nearside Rear hub/axle end oil seal leaking.

Pass 7 Oct 2014 81,046 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 80,353 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 79,281 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 79,073 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 79,073 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

suspect clutch slave cylinder faulty

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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GFD 888N is a 1974 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFD 888N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 52 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GFD 888N?

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What year was GFD 888N registered?

GFD 888N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 23 October 1974.

Is GFD 888N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFD 888N shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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