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PVW 916K

1971 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

6,718 mi
Last recorded6,718 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2005
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVW 916K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2005 6,718 miles

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

clutch slipping

oil leak from engine

suspect corrosion to sills but cannot be checked due to crome sill guards fitted.

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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PVW 916K is a 1971 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 PVW 916K, 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 PVW 916K?

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What year was PVW 916K registered?

PVW 916K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is PVW 916K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVW 916K shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVW 916K have outstanding finance?

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