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DRE 751N

1974 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

92,077 mi
Last recorded92,077 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRE 751N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 92,077 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 91,811 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 91,719 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 91,556 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 91,396 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 90,685 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 90,330 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 90,096 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 89,622 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 89,359 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 89,105 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 88,837 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 88,815 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 88,674 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 88,006 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 87,714 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 87,195 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 87,193 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2007 86,714 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 85,955 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 85,955 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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DRE 751N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,938 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 DRE 751N, 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 52 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRE 751N?

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What year was DRE 751N registered?

DRE 751N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 22 August 1974.

Is DRE 751N safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRE 751N shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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