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GPK 721K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

23,530 mi
Last recorded23,530 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPK 721K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 23,530 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Various engine and gearbox leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering column top universal joint slight play

Fail 21 Jul 2021 23,530 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Various engine and gearbox leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering column top universal joint slight play

Pass 5 Aug 2020 23,319 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Various engine oil leaks and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering column top universal joint slight play

Fail 4 Aug 2020 23,319 miles

Fuel hose insecure At fuel pump, fuel pump rubber mount broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Various engine oil leaks and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering column top universal joint slight play

Offside Front Brake hose fouling on wheel rim on full lock

Pass 6 Aug 2019 22,971 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Various engine and gearbox leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 22,971 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft securing bolt loose Bolts loose at joint to rear differential (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. o/s/r tyre has wrong size (5.2.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Various engine and gearbox leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 21,802 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 20,855 miles

BOTH HEADLAMP REFLECTORS STARTING TO CORRODE

Offside Front STUB AXLE PIVOT BUSHS CREAKING

Pass 5 Sep 2014 17,417 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 17,415 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2013 17,122 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 17,122 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 17,107 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear axle check straps, perished, new parts recommended

Pass 15 Jun 2011 16,983 miles

All front suspension joints require greasing

Front OS wheel bearing sounds noisey/dry, new bearings recommended

Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 16,982 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

All front suspension joints require greasing

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front OS wheel bearing sounds noisey/dry, new bearings recommended

Handbrake effort too low new cable required

Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Pass 21 May 2010 15,940 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 15,927 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 12,454 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 9,820 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 721K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 721K, 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 721K registered?

GPK 721K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1971.

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