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GKX 808K

1972 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,694 mi
Last recorded88,694 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKX 808K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 88,694 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 87,001 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively propshaft UJ has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 81,620 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 81,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 77,476 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 75,075 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 75,061 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 75,051 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 74,957 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 74,957 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 74,878 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 74,448 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 74,364 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 74,276 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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GKX 808K is a 1972 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GKX 808K, 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

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What year was GKX 808K registered?

GKX 808K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 12 April 1972.

Is GKX 808K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKX 808K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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