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GSW 374J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,850 mi
Last recorded22,850 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSW 374J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 22,850 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 22,776 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 22,723 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 22,622 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 22,456 miles

REAR TYRES PERISHED.

Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,287 miles

REAR TYRES PERISHING.

Pass 5 Mar 2013 22,070 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 22,070 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 21,803 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 21,481 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 21,481 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,672 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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GSW 374J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GSW 374J, 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

How do I check the history of GSW 374J?

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What year was GSW 374J registered?

GSW 374J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 18 February 1971.

Is GSW 374J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSW 374J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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