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HSW 47K

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,113 mi
Last recorded24,113 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSW 47K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 24,113 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 22,981 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 21,981 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 21,587 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 20,707 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 20,430 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 20,129 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 19,792 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 19,622 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 19,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 18,984 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 18,984 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 17,923 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 17,922 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 16,579 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 16,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HSW 47K is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HSW 47K, 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 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSW 47K registered?

HSW 47K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 4 April 1972.

Is HSW 47K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSW 47K shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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