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GYT 172J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,061 mi
Last recorded33,061 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYT 172J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 33,061 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 24,270 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 24,565 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

all weld repairs covered with sealer

both rear suspension bump stops missing

extensive corrosion to off side front inner wheel arch panel

front pads wearing low

Fail 27 Aug 2010 24,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear suspension bump stops missing

extensive corrosion to off side front inner wheel arch panel

front pads wearing low

Pass 17 Jul 2009 15,986 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 7,260 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Aug 2008 7,260 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 98,475 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 98,465 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 89,688 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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GYT 172J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 GYT 172J, 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

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What year was GYT 172J registered?

GYT 172J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 27 May 1971.

Is GYT 172J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYT 172J shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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