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GSW 860N

1975 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,754 mi
Last recorded35,754 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSW 860N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 35,754 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 35,754 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 14 May 2021 35,754 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 35,161 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 34,563 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 34,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 34,186 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 33,757 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 33,654 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 32,531 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 30,382 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 30,382 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 29,335 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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GSW 860N is a 1975 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,418 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 GSW 860N, 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 51 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GSW 860N registered?

GSW 860N is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 14 March 1975.

Is GSW 860N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSW 860N shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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