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GUT 791L

1972 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,906 mi
Last recorded88,906 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUT 791L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 88,906 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 86,999 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 86,536 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 85,844 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 85,837 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 85,195 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 85,190 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2012 84,607 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 83,792 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 81,934 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 80,213 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 77,630 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 75,957 miles

advises aply from old test

Fail 24 Apr 2007 75,858 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

o/s seat belt starting to fray

rear bum p stop straps fraying

slight lift in both front king pins

slight play in steering column bush,s

Pass 9 May 2006 74,503 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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GUT 791L is a 1972 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GUT 791L, 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 54 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 GUT 791L?

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What year was GUT 791L registered?

GUT 791L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 28 December 1972.

Is GUT 791L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUT 791L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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