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GVK 17K

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,999 mi
Last recorded98,999 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVK 17K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 98,999 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside and offside. (4.1.E.1)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and offside. (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 98,555 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 98,142 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 97,414 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

n/s front wheel brg. slightly rough in rotation

Pass 3 Aug 2013 965,440 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

extensive weld repairs to underside (some poor)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

play in front suspension joints

Fail 29 Jul 2013 96,536 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering column universal joint locking device missing (2.1.6)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

extensive weld repairs to underside (some poor)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

play in front suspension joints

Pass 28 Apr 2011 95,571 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 95,030 miles

vehicle heavlly undersealed

Pass 20 Apr 2009 94,796 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 94,686 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 94,130 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 93,063 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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GVK 17K is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 GVK 17K, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GVK 17K registered?

GVK 17K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 4 April 1972.

Is GVK 17K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVK 17K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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