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SMP 286M

1971 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

1,068 mi
Last recorded1,068 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMP 286M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 1,068 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 99,334 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 98,424 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 96,781 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 95,387 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 93,953 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 91,768 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 91,768 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)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

unable to check for corrosion properly due to underseal

wipers not self parking †engine running rough missing and back firing †centre exhaust mount slightly loose †both sills corroded but outside specified area †rear axle check straps u/s †oil leaks †no chassis number found not req pre 1980 †

Fail 29 Jun 2006 91,744 miles

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

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

alt belt u/s, alternator out of align

both sills corroded but outside specified area

centre exhaust mount slightly loose

kink in fuel pipe at rear

no chassis number found, not req pre 1980

nsf lower wishbone mounting to k/pin poss slightly loose

oil leaks

osr light lens slightly insecure

rear axle check straps u/s

slight front brake judder

slight lift in both front king pins

unable to check welding and floor properly due to underseal

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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SMP 286M is a 1971 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SMP 286M, 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 SMP 286M registered?

SMP 286M is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is SMP 286M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMP 286M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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