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BAY 136K

1971 MG B GT

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,426 mi
Last recorded87,426 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAY 136K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2018 87,426 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 83,584 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 82,890 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 81,315 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 80,764 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 80,748 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside reverse light not working

offside reverse light not working

Pass 20 Feb 2014 79,160 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 79,160 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 74,950 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 68,696 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 66,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 66,243 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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BAY 136K is a 1971 MG B GT in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BAY 136K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAY 136K registered?

BAY 136K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 6 October 1971.

Is BAY 136K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAY 136K shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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