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HRD 234N

1975 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,592 mi
Last recorded75,592 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1975 MG B GT V852,706 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRD 234N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 75,592 miles

vehicle is in "Absolutely Superb, Better than Showroom" condition,,, BEST IN SHOW

Pass 22 Aug 2022 74,662 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r tyre is 14 years old, all other tyres are 16 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle is in "Absolutely Superb, better than showroom " condition

Pass 27 Jul 2020 74,008 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r tyre 12 years old, all other tyres are 14 years old, slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle is in "Absolutely Superb" condition

Fail 27 Jul 2020 74,008 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r tyre 12 years old, all other tyres are 14 years old, slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle is in "Absolutely Superb" condition

Pass 14 Mar 2018 72,720 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak minor ()

vehicle in SUPERB condition

Fail 14 Mar 2018 72,708 miles

Stop lamp not working o/s and n/s (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak minor ()

vehicle in SUPERB condition

Pass 17 Mar 2017 72,317 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

advise handbrake travel

vehicle in "superb" condition

Pass 5 Mar 2016 71,429 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front brakes (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

advise , handbrake travel

vehicle in "excellent" condition

Pass 20 Mar 2015 70,898 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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HRD 234N is a 1975 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 52,706 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 V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HRD 234N, 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 51 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 HRD 234N?

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What year was HRD 234N registered?

HRD 234N is a 1975 MG B GT V8, first registered on 8 April 1975.

Is HRD 234N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRD 234N shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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