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GPJ 428K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,950 mi
Last recorded21,950 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPJ 428K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 21,950 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 21,510 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 21,506 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 21,337 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 21,285 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 21,012 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 20,570 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 20,353 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 20,333 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 17,945 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 17,363 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 16,974 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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GPJ 428K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GPJ 428K, 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 GPJ 428K?

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What year was GPJ 428K registered?

GPJ 428K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 16 September 1971.

Is GPJ 428K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPJ 428K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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