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GWT 817J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,344 mi
Last recorded39,344 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWT 817J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 39,344 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 39,237 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 39,122 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 39,122 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 39,012 miles

general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 3 Jun 2013 38,864 miles

general under vehicle corrosion

Fail 21 May 2013 38,864 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2006 38,814 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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GWT 817J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GWT 817J, 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 GWT 817J?

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What year was GWT 817J registered?

GWT 817J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 9 February 1971.

Is GWT 817J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWT 817J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWT 817J have outstanding finance?

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