MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,999 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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)
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
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
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
vehicle heavlly undersealed
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of GVK 17K?
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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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