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PVE 400J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

39,828 mi
Last recorded39,828 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVE 400J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 39,828 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 38,616 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion centre (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. very close to limit (3.7.B.5b)

oil leak

vehicle is under sealed

Fail 31 Oct 2016 38,606 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion centre (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

vehicle is under sealed

Pass 7 Nov 2015 37,251 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all underside of the vehicle is covered in under seal

oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2015 37,222 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all underside of the vehicle is covered in under seal

oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2014 36,285 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Nov 2014 36,285 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 34,123 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 26 Nov 2012 32,477 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 32,226 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 32,156 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 32,124 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 32,005 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 32,005 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 31,624 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 30,508 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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PVE 400J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 PVE 400J, 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 PVE 400J registered?

PVE 400J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 22 February 1971.

Is PVE 400J safe to buy?

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