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GWT 399N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,638 mi
Last recorded8,638 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWT 399N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 8,638 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 8,623 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 8,554 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 8,430 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 8,223 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 7,439 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 7,328 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 6,859 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 6,842 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/r is binding slightly, could be the handbrake as the linkage does not move much

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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GWT 399N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 GWT 399N, 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 52 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 GWT 399N?

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What year was GWT 399N registered?

GWT 399N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 25 October 1974.

Is GWT 399N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWT 399N shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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