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GYE 827J

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

56,080 mi
Last recorded56,080 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYE 827J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 56,080 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 53,545 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 53,063 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 52,935 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 52,688 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 52,371 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 51,818 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 51,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joints (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 50,515 miles

Both steering trackrod end boots beginning to perish

Pass 16 Jul 2014 50,470 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 50,319 miles

offside front suspenion has slight play

Pass 16 Jul 2012 50,219 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 49,806 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 49,548 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 48,688 miles

slight stiffness in steering rack

Pass 14 Jul 2008 47,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 44,780 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 44,371 miles

front tyres wearing slightly around outer edges

nearside wiper blade starting to split at end

rear axle leaking oil onto nearside brake backplate, may contaminate brakes.

slight lift in nearside front kingpin

Pass 1 Feb 2006 41,720 miles

rear brake back plates damp with oil, suspect axle oil seals leaking, may contaminate rear brakes

slight lift in n/s/f king pin

Fail 31 Jan 2006 41,720 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake bake plates damp with oil, suspect axle oil seals leaking, oil may contaminate rear brakes.

slight lift in n/s/f king pin

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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GYE 827J is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GYE 827J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GYE 827J?

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What year was GYE 827J registered?

GYE 827J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 19 April 1971.

Is GYE 827J safe to buy?

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