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RPT 52K

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,898 mi
Last recorded75,898 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPT 52K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2014 75,898 miles

Oil leak

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

oil leak on gearbox

oil leak on rear axle

Pass 12 Oct 2012 75,753 miles

Oil leak

centre exhaust mounting worn

Pass 17 Oct 2011 75,590 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 75,543 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jul 2010 75,543 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2009 75,195 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

slight play in the nearside and offside front kingpins

Pass 29 Jul 2008 75,189 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2007 74,672 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

both outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2006 74,626 miles

oil leak

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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RPT 52K is a 1971 MG B GT in Green 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 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 RPT 52K, 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 RPT 52K registered?

RPT 52K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 17 November 1971.

Is RPT 52K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPT 52K 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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