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GVP 300N

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

21,072 mi
Last recorded21,072 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVP 300N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 21,072 miles

Headlamps have converters fitted

Nearside Rear Brake cable rubs on exhaust pipe

Nearside Rear Suspension rod fouls on exhaust pipe

Rear Application and release of service brake is slightly imbalanced at about 28%.

Surface corrosion in inner sills/floors, boot floor and rear chassis sections.

Suspension components have heavy surface corrosion.

Tyres perishing

Nearside Front Suspension lower trunnion bolt is loose but can't fall out because it has a split pin in the nut. slight play/ wear detected between arm and hub.

Fail 4 Jun 2018 21,022 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamps have converters fitted

Nearside Rear Brake cable rubs on exhaust pipe

Nearside Rear Suspension rod fouls on exhaust pipe

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Application and release of service brake is slightly imbalanced at about 28%.

Surface corrosion in inner sills/floors, boot floor and rear chassis sections.

Suspension components have heavy surface corrosion.

Tyres perishing

Nearside Front Suspension lower trunnion bolt is loose but can't fall out because it has a split pin in the nut. slight play/ wear detected between arm and hub.

Fail 9 May 2018 21,004 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear wheel stiff to turn

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. service brake (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 20,978 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 20,599 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 20,543 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 20,239 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 20,237 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 20,190 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2011 17,653 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

slight play in both front wheels

Pass 28 Oct 2010 16,913 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in both front wheels

Fail 28 Oct 2010 16,913 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in both front wheels

Pass 24 Nov 2009 14,101 miles

slight play in both front wheels

Fail 23 Oct 2008 14,331 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 14,331 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 14,052 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 11,985 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 11,977 miles

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

petrol cap sill in poor condition

play in both sides of steering rack

slight play in both front lower ball joints

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 23 Nov 2005 9,594 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 9,594 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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GVP 300N is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 GVP 300N, 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 51 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 GVP 300N registered?

GVP 300N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 10 January 1975.

Is GVP 300N safe to buy?

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