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HCV 489N

1975 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,310 mi
Last recorded69,310 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2013
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCV 489N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2013 69,310 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 673,373 miles

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

slight play in nearside front kingpin

Fail 24 May 2006 67,373 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

slight play in nearside front kingpin

Fail 12 May 2006 67,368 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

offside steering rack boot deteriorating

slight play in nearside front kingpin

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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HCV 489N is a 1975 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,418 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HCV 489N, 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 51 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 HCV 489N?

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What year was HCV 489N registered?

HCV 489N is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is HCV 489N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCV 489N shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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