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AMB 731S

1977 MG B GT

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,612 mi
Last recorded31,612 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B GT49,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMB 731S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 31,612 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 29,556 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 28,929 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 28,929 miles

Steering rack insecure Bolts loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 27,269 miles

parking brake only met requirements

Pass 17 Jun 2022 25,574 miles

Parking brake only just met requirements

Fail 23 Mar 2020 25,564 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 24,775 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 24,014 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 20,186 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 18,105 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 16,969 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 12,865 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 9,626 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 5,763 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 4,286 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 81,148 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 78,516 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 86,863 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 86,863 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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AMB 731S is a 1977 MG B GT in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1977 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 49,378 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 AMB 731S, 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 49 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AMB 731S?

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What year was AMB 731S registered?

AMB 731S is a 1977 MG B GT, first registered on 7 October 1977.

Is AMB 731S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMB 731S shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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