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GGW 631N

1974 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,050 mi
Last recorded87,050 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGW 631N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 87,050 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 80,922 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 80,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened axle strap (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened Axle strap (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 80,180 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 79,583 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2016 79,579 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 75,231 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

HAZARDS NOT WORKING

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

STEERING LOCK NOT WORKING

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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GGW 631N is a 1974 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GGW 631N, 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

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What year was GGW 631N registered?

GGW 631N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 22 October 1974.

Is GGW 631N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGW 631N shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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