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GMV 788N

1974 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,804 mi
Last recorded42,804 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMV 788N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 42,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill / off side front wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2018 42,024 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 41,435 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 40,791 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 39,974 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 39,213 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 38,562 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 37,788 miles

advise renewal of front number plate

Pass 2 Aug 2011 36,892 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 36,263 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 35,148 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 8 May 2008 34,093 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 32,932 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 8 May 2007 32,932 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2006 31,544 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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GMV 788N is a 1974 MG B GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 GMV 788N, 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 GMV 788N registered?

GMV 788N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 3 December 1974.

Is GMV 788N safe to buy?

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