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GPC 353J

1971 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,562 mi
Last recorded42,562 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPC 353J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 42,562 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 42,526 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 42,148 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 42,088 miles

vehicle has been heavily under sealed.

Pass 18 Aug 2009 42,034 miles

floors , chassis rails,brake pipes under sealed unable to fully inspect.

Pass 11 Apr 2008 41,979 miles

both rear leafe springs starting to sag

slight play in steering colum top bush

Pass 22 Mar 2007 41,492 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 41,492 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 41,307 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GPC 353J is a 1971 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GPC 353J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GPC 353J?

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What year was GPC 353J registered?

GPC 353J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 22 June 1971.

Is GPC 353J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPC 353J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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