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GVG 861K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1789cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,208 mi
Last recorded96,208 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVG 861K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 96,208 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 96,208 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 96,077 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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GVG 861K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GVG 861K, 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 GVG 861K?

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What year was GVG 861K registered?

GVG 861K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is GVG 861K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVG 861K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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