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GOF 731L

1972 MG Mgbgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,673 mi
Last recorded92,673 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 1972 MG Mgbgt37,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOF 731L
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 92,673 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 91,645 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 87,921 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 87,488 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 87,008 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak differential oil ()

Oil leak engine oil ()

Oil leak gearbox oil ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight leak of clutch fluid from slave cylinder

Fail 19 Jul 2016 87,005 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak differential oil ()

Oil leak engine oil ()

Oil leak gearbox oil ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight leak of clutch fluid from slave cylinder

Pass 17 Jul 2015 85,902 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 84,852 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

propshaft frontmost universal joint has slight play

Fail 19 Jul 2013 83,834 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear axle check straps starting to perish.

Slight play in propshaft universal joints.

Pass 19 Jul 2013 83,834 miles

Rear axle check straps starting to perish.

Slight play in propshaft universal joints.

Pass 27 Jul 2012 82,026 miles

advise checking exhaust mounts

Pass 27 Jun 2011 80,305 miles

Advise N/S/F Headlamp aim is on the upper limit.

Advise O/S/F seatbelt retracting mechanism is noisy but operation is okay.

Advise Rear Brake imbalance is only just acceptable.

Advise slight play in O/S/F Top and bottom trunion pins.

Pass 13 Jul 2010 80,187 miles

Rear Brake imbalance

Pass 22 Jun 2009 80,100 miles

Advise Ariel has been removed from windscreen for M.O.T Purposes and has been put back on after the test.

Advise rear brake imbalance.

Pass 15 Jul 2008 79,792 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 79,159 miles

advise rear brake inbalance

Fail 17 Jul 2007 79,159 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advise strong smell off petrol found no leaks

Pass 21 Jul 2006 78,838 miles

advise smell of petrol but found on leaks

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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GOF 731L is a 1972 MG Mgbgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 37,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GOF 731L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GOF 731L registered?

GOF 731L is a 1972 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 22 May 1972.

Is GOF 731L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOF 731L shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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