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REV 74K

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,698 mi
Last recorded52,698 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREV 74K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 52,698 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 51,189 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 50,472 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 49,753 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 48,866 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 47,639 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,033 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 46,080 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 46,080 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 45,435 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 44,723 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 44,337 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 43,792 miles

Front number plate deteriorated (stone chipped)

O/S number plate lamp dim.

Pass 4 Sep 2008 43,725 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 43,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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REV 74K is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 REV 74K, 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 REV 74K registered?

REV 74K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 14 December 1971.

Is REV 74K safe to buy?

The MOT history for REV 74K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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