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GGU 959N

1974 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,237 mi
Last recorded101,237 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGU 959N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2017 101,237 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 710 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2015 10,204 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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GGU 959N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GGU 959N, 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

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What year was GGU 959N registered?

GGU 959N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is GGU 959N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGU 959N shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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