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JBW 527N

1975 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,039 mi
Last recorded6,039 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2013
Typical for 1975 MG B GT V852,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 527N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2013 6,039 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 5,353 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 5,069 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 4,792 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 4,682 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 4,289 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 4,073 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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JBW 527N is a 1975 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 JBW 527N, 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 JBW 527N?

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What year was JBW 527N registered?

JBW 527N is a 1975 MG B GT V8, first registered on 18 February 1975.

Is JBW 527N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 527N shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBW 527N have outstanding finance?

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