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XJT 56M

1974 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,014 mi
Last recorded94,014 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJT 56M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,955cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2021 94,014 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 93,748 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 93,506 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 93,221 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 92,946 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 92,364 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2013 91,376 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012
Pass 2 Aug 2011 90,379 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 89,955 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 89,435 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 88,971 miles

oil leak

slight exhaust blow

water leak

Pass 16 Jul 2007 88,437 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 88,134 miles

lift in steering shaft

oil leak

play in steering rack

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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XJT 56M is a 1974 MG B GT in Green with a 1,955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XJT 56M, 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 XJT 56M registered?

XJT 56M is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 12 February 1974.

Is XJT 56M safe to buy?

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