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GPM 249L

1972 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

51,835 mi
Last recorded51,835 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPM 249L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 51,835 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 51,737 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 51,611 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 51,241 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 51,241 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 50,909 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 50,753 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 50,649 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 50,210 miles

nsf osr tyres side walls perished

Pass 18 Sep 2008 49,436 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 48,253 miles

hazard warning light switch removed from vehicle at time of test

suspension and floor corroded in places

Fail 14 Sep 2007 48,253 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

floor and suspension corroded in places

hazard warning light switch removed from vehicle at time of test

prop-shaft u/j bolts loose

Fail 20 Aug 2007 48,229 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

floor/suspension corroded in places

handbrake travel requires adjustemnt

prop-shaft front u/j bolts loose

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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GPM 249L is a 1972 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GPM 249L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPM 249L registered?

GPM 249L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is GPM 249L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPM 249L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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