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RWL 211J

1971 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,141 mi
Last recorded13,141 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWL 211J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 13,141 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 12,421 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Roll cage fitted

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Striped for track racing

all front steering bushes

o/s wheels fitted

old wealding repairs

racing seat belt harness fitted

rear ex mounting is temp strap

single racing seat fitted (no pasanger)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,421 miles

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Roll cage fitted

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Striped for track racing

all front steering bushes

o/s wheels fitted

old wealding repairs

racing seat belt harness fitted

rear ex mounting is temp strap

single racing seat fitted (no pasanger)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 12,728 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

No passenger seats fitted at time of test.

Offside Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Fail 8 Sep 2010 12,726 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

No passenger seats fitted at time of test.

Offside Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 12,544 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 125,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 12,528 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

n/s front kin pin has slight play

surface rust to all metal brake pipes

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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RWL 211J is a 1971 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RWL 211J, 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.

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What year was RWL 211J registered?

RWL 211J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 7 January 1971.

Is RWL 211J safe to buy?

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