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SAV 242M

1997 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,665 mi
Last recorded32,665 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAV 242M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,582cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2007 32,665 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 5,625 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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SAV 242M is a 1997 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,582cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SAV 242M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this MG B GT V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SAV 242M registered?

SAV 242M is a 1997 MG B GT V8, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is SAV 242M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAV 242M shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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