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GPK 289K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,017 mi
Last recorded41,017 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPK 289K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 41,017 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 41,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has deep cracks over tread

Offside Front Tyre has deep cracks over tread

Pass 10 Aug 2017 41,003 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 40,979 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 40,966 miles

O/S of bulk head and around pedal box badly corroded.

Pass 7 Aug 2014 40,961 miles

Bulk head around pedals corroded.

Pass 7 Aug 2013 40,920 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 40,794 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 40,794 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 40,783 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 40,776 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 40,700 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 40,596 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 40,400 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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GPK 289K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GPK 289K, 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 GPK 289K?

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What year was GPK 289K registered?

GPK 289K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1971.

Is GPK 289K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPK 289K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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