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NPB 600L

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,474 mi
Last recorded52,474 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPB 600L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 52,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 52,435 miles

fuel pipe under vehicle slightly damp and seems to be rooted wrongly

slight corrosion on brake pipe under car

Fail 28 Aug 2012 52,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

fuel pipe under vehicle slightly damp and seems to be rooted wrongly

slight corrosion on brake pipe under car

Pass 29 Jul 2011 52,364 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 52,361 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2010 51,993 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 51,861 miles

battery cable shows signs of rubbing on propshaft

nearside rear shock absorber damp

offside front wheel bearing getting noisy

petrol pump fitted incorrectly

Fail 29 Aug 2007 51,861 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 51,583 miles

both batteries insecure.

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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NPB 600L is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NPB 600L, 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 55 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 NPB 600L registered?

NPB 600L is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is NPB 600L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPB 600L 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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