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ORC 731P

1975 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,692 mi
Last recorded85,692 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2009
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORC 731P
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Apr 2009 85,692 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 85,692 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 85,169 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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ORC 731P is a 1975 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 ORC 731P, 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 ORC 731P?

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What year was ORC 731P registered?

ORC 731P is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 18 September 1975.

Is ORC 731P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORC 731P shows 3 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.

Does ORC 731P have outstanding finance?

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