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MSF 540P

1975 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

89,179 mi
Last recorded89,179 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSF 540P
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 89,179 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 88,986 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 88,784 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 88,608 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 88,447 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 88,412 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 88,151 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 87,577 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 87,372 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 87,013 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 86,812 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 86,408 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 86,408 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MSF 540P is a 1975 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,418 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 MSF 540P, 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 51 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MSF 540P?

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What year was MSF 540P registered?

MSF 540P is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 3 September 1975.

Is MSF 540P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSF 540P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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