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GKB 975N

1974 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,561 mi
Last recorded11,561 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKB 975N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 11,561 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 11,510 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 11,498 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 11,470 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 11,413 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 11,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Very slight manifold area blow (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 11,341 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Very slight manifold area blow (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 11,146 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 11,028 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides front (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 10,896 miles

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

slight bind on o/s/r brake

under floor fuel pipe slightly corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2016 10,839 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 10,839 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 10,764 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 10,646 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 10,354 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 10,215 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,765 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 9,533 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 9,139 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 9,139 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 8,999 miles

hazzard switch not working

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2007 8,852 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2006 8,325 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 8,677 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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GKB 975N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GKB 975N, 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 GKB 975N registered?

GKB 975N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 October 1974.

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