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LTD 717K

1972 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,952 mi
Last recorded63,952 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTD 717K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 63,952 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing .

Slight play in both front hub assemblys.

Pass 25 Jun 2014 63,775 miles

slight play in front hubs/bearings

wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 9 Mar 2013 63,458 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 63,123 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 63,123 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 63,015 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 63,015 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

knocking on steering

Pass 10 Oct 2009 62,868 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 62,732 miles

engine / gearbox oil leaks

Pass 4 Oct 2007 62,684 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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LTD 717K is a 1972 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LTD 717K, 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 LTD 717K registered?

LTD 717K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is LTD 717K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTD 717K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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