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GPK 68K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,399 mi
Last recorded64,399 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPK 68K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 64,399 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 64,267 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s/f & n/s/r brakes slightly sticking

Pass 10 Sep 2015 64,249 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody (6.1.B.2)

underbody is heavily undersealed and corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2015 64,249 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor/shackle mounting (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 34,133 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 63,919 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 53,910 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

under body corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2012 53,910 miles

under body corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2011 63,855 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 63,855 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 63,600 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs showning signs of deterioration

Pass 14 Sep 2009 62,573 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 62,571 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 61,435 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 60,469 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 60,469 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 68K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 68K, 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

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What year was GPK 68K registered?

GPK 68K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1971.

Is GPK 68K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPK 68K shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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