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GYL 300N

1974 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,747 mi
Last recorded95,747 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYL 300N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 95,747 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2023 95,747 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 95,598 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 95,594 miles

All direction indicators not working all four not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 95,270 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 95,224 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 95,218 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 95,160 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 95,154 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 95,145 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 95,145 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 94,678 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 94,135 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 94,135 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

both rear battery box frame panels slightly corroded/acid???

off side headlamp failed too operate/now working?? †electric fuel pump damp/fuel very slight leak. †rear propshaft universal joint very badly worn. †wall/cob nuts shells under bonnet bay ????

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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GYL 300N is a 1974 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GYL 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 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 GYL 300N?

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What year was GYL 300N registered?

GYL 300N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 25 October 1974.

Is GYL 300N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYL 300N shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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