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OSX 219J

1971 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,478 mi
Last recorded35,478 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSX 219J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 35,478 miles

chassis and floors heavly welded up and covered in thick underseal

fuel pipes insecure

main battery leads taped up and isecure

Pass 17 Sep 2009 34,953 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 34,828 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 34,828 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 34,569 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 34,259 miles

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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OSX 219J is a 1971 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OSX 219J, 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

How do I check the history of OSX 219J?

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What year was OSX 219J registered?

OSX 219J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is OSX 219J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSX 219J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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