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RBY 840K

1971 MG GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,032 mi
Last recorded95,032 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 1971 MG GT51,146 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 840K
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 95,032 miles

Oil leak ()

rear diff. has oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2015 94,719 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 94,246 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 92,886 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 91,386 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 89,477 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 88,681 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

rear leaf spring sagging

Pass 22 Oct 2005 88,475 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 88,475 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear offside wing detached from sill

How Reliable is the MG GT?

Based on 3,490 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 114
brake binding 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 68
Steering rack gaiter split 63
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RBY 840K is a 1971 MG GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 51,146 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBY 840K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RBY 840K registered?

RBY 840K is a 1971 MG GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is RBY 840K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBY 840K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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