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MGV 856

1975 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,017 mi
Last recorded14,017 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 1975 MG B GT V852,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGV 856
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 14,017 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 10,001 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 8,858 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering column

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2020 7,529 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 305 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 9 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 9 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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MGV 856 is a 1975 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MGV 856, 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

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What year was MGV 856 registered?

MGV 856 is a 1975 MG B GT V8, first registered on 19 September 1975.

Is MGV 856 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGV 856 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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