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GTC 976K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,189 mi
Last recorded97,189 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTC 976K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 97,189 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 97,133 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 96,905 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 96,834 miles

centre exhaust bracket cracked.

Pass 24 May 2013 96,716 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 36,412 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 12 May 2011 95,723 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 95,723 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 10 Jun 2010 95,097 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 95,097 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 92,953 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 90,310 miles

play in rear axle pinion/ prop shaft bearing.

Pass 29 May 2007 88,075 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 83,883 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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GTC 976K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GTC 976K, 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 GTC 976K?

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What year was GTC 976K registered?

GTC 976K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is GTC 976K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTC 976K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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