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HFT 728N

1974 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,388 mi
Last recorded94,388 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFT 728N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 94,388 miles

Offside Front floor slight corrosion not in prescribed area

Pass 23 Nov 2017 91,021 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 91,021 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 90,880 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 90,880 miles

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

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 89,890 miles

oil leak

osr handbrake reading slightly lower than ns

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 14 Nov 2014 89,717 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 89,541 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 89,099 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 87,387 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 87,132 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 85,441 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 84,049 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 82,540 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 81,674 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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HFT 728N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,938 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFT 728N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HFT 728N?

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What year was HFT 728N registered?

HFT 728N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 17 October 1974.

Is HFT 728N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFT 728N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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