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GKE 118L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,449 mi
Last recorded73,449 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKE 118L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 73,449 miles

advise front brake inspection

Pass 4 May 2017 72,673 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 71,686 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 70,660 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 69,235 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 68,139 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 67,215 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 66,387 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 65,014 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 63,353 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 61,653 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 60,418 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 60,418 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2007 60,401 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 15 May 2006 60,043 miles

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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GKE 118L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GKE 118L, 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 54 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 GKE 118L?

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What year was GKE 118L registered?

GKE 118L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 23 October 1972.

Is GKE 118L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKE 118L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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