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OTK 904J

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

11,254 mi
Last recorded11,254 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTK 904J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 11,254 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 11,254 miles

Horn not working when idling (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 10,800 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 10,800 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 8,292 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 8,292 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front king pins slight play

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 8,276 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 8,213 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 8,020 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 7,760 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 7,257 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 7,147 miles

oil leak

Fail 27 Aug 2015 7,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2013 6,504 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 5,426 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 5,426 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 3,575 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 2,069 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 1,570 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 305 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 99,913 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 99,713 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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OTK 904J is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OTK 904J, 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 OTK 904J?

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What year was OTK 904J registered?

OTK 904J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 20 July 1971.

Is OTK 904J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTK 904J shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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