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GBV 824N

1974 MG B GT V8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,574 mi
Last recorded19,574 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBV 824N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 19,574 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 18,005 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 18,003 miles

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 16,802 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 15,774 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 13,319 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 10,096 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 9,896 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 9,896 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 7,975 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 7,975 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 6,036 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 6,036 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 3,277 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 3,277 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 2,550 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 2,550 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2008 572 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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GBV 824N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBV 824N, 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 GBV 824N?

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What year was GBV 824N registered?

GBV 824N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 9 October 1974.

Is GBV 824N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBV 824N shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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