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OVL 250K

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,950 mi
Last recorded24,950 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVL 250K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 24,950 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 24,715 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 24,483 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Mar 2019 24,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 23,587 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 23,181 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 22,807 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 22,707 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 22,428 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 22,346 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 21,933 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 21,286 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 19,032 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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OVL 250K is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OVL 250K, 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 OVL 250K?

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What year was OVL 250K registered?

OVL 250K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is OVL 250K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVL 250K 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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