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GOF 805L

1972 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,174 mi
Last recorded8,174 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOF 805L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2017 8,174 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 7,890 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 7,622 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 7,222 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 6,874 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 6,552 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 6,233 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 5,728 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 5,064 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 4,632 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 4,143 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 3,612 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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GOF 805L is a 1972 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GOF 805L, 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 GOF 805L?

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What year was GOF 805L registered?

GOF 805L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 22 December 1972.

Is GOF 805L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOF 805L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GOF 805L have outstanding finance?

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