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MAA 500N

1975 MG B GT V8

Orange Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,470 mi
Last recorded38,470 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B GT V852,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAA 500N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 38,470 miles

Offside Front Upper bush has slight play present

front brakes slightly binding

o/s inner sill & floor pan has light corrosion present

Pass 12 May 2016 38,019 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 38,019 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 37,199 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2013 36,954 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 May 2013 36,954 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 36,598 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 35,661 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 May 2011 35,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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MAA 500N is a 1975 MG B GT V8 in Orange with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MAA 500N, 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 MAA 500N?

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What year was MAA 500N registered?

MAA 500N is a 1975 MG B GT V8, first registered on 22 July 1975.

Is MAA 500N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAA 500N shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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