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GRW 2N

1974 MG B GT

Purple Petrol 1893cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,114 mi
Last recorded68,114 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRW 2N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,893cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 68,114 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 67,621 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 67,091 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 66,152 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 54,410 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 62,200 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 62,096 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 9 Jun 2010 62,096 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 61,881 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 61,838 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 61,804 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 61,745 miles

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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GRW 2N is a 1974 MG B GT in Purple with a 1,893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GRW 2N, 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 52 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GRW 2N?

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What year was GRW 2N registered?

GRW 2N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 14 October 1974.

Is GRW 2N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRW 2N shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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