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EFH 266M

1971 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,704 mi
Last recorded76,704 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 1971 MG B GT V858,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFH 266M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2011 76,704 miles

underbody covered in thick underseal appears ok

Pass 5 Nov 2009 76,577 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 76,164 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 15,578 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 75,391 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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EFH 266M is a 1971 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 58,528 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 EFH 266M, 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 55 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 EFH 266M?

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What year was EFH 266M registered?

EFH 266M is a 1971 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is EFH 266M safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFH 266M shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFH 266M have outstanding finance?

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