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GFV 745N

1974 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,905 mi
Last recorded97,905 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2008
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFV 745N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2008 97,905 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 97,170 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 97,170 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 94,671 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 89,772 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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GFV 745N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,938 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 GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFV 745N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GFV 745N?

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What year was GFV 745N registered?

GFV 745N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 11 November 1974.

Is GFV 745N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFV 745N shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFV 745N have outstanding finance?

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