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UBV 287P

1975 MG B GT V8

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,206 mi
Last recorded63,206 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B GT V852,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBV 287P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 63,206 miles

Central Front gearbox tailshaft oil seal damp

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 May 2016 60,499 miles

lift in o/s and n/s front king pin

o/s rear shocker damp

play in o/s and n/s front wheel bearings

play in steering rack pinion

Fail 4 May 2016 60,499 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush link pin (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Lower Steering column universal joint insecure pinch bolt (2.1.5)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

lift in o/s and n/s front king pin

o/s rear shocker damp

play in o/s and n/s front wheel bearings

Pass 2 Aug 2013 60,446 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 60,059 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 59,855 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 59,756 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 58,059 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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UBV 287P is a 1975 MG B GT V8 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 52,706 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UBV 287P, 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 51 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UBV 287P registered?

UBV 287P is a 1975 MG B GT V8, first registered on 22 August 1975.

Is UBV 287P safe to buy?

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