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SVG 370M

1974 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

91,263 mi
Last recorded91,263 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVG 370M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 91,263 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

various areas has corrosion

Fail 26 Apr 2017 91,263 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross chassis section (2.4.A.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively faulty motor (8.2.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

various areas has corrosion

Pass 12 Jun 2015 89,099 miles

front shockers very weak.

Fail 10 Jun 2015 89,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front shockers very weak.

Pass 7 Mar 2014 87,473 miles

slight lift in n/s/f/steering king pin

Pass 8 Mar 2013 84,074 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 84,047 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 80,760 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

early corrosion to f/o/s/inner sill section

slight play f/o/s/king pin

Pass 26 Feb 2011 76,278 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 70,236 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 65,797 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 60,835 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 55,146 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 48,749 miles

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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SVG 370M is a 1974 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 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 SVG 370M, 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 52 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 SVG 370M registered?

SVG 370M is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 5 July 1974.

Is SVG 370M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVG 370M shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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