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GRT 743N

1975 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,329 mi
Last recorded57,329 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRT 743N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 57,329 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 57,325 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis member. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2017 57,068 miles

N/S Wiper blade split.

N/S outer sill corroded.

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2016 56,637 miles

Oil Leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2015 55,628 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f brake binding

Pass 15 May 2014 54,521 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 May 2014 54,521 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2013 51,953 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 21 May 2013 51,938 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 22 May 2012 50,412 miles

Crack in windscreen outside swept area and out of drivers vision

Engine oil leak

Gearbox oil leak

Rear differential oil leak

Pass 17 May 2011 50,195 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 49,864 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

crack in screen

Pass 15 May 2009 49,404 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 49,099 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 48,750 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 48,215 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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GRT 743N is a 1975 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 GRT 743N, 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 51 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 GRT 743N?

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What year was GRT 743N registered?

GRT 743N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 23 January 1975.

Is GRT 743N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRT 743N shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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