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GVR 75N

1974 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

98,349 mi
Last recorded98,349 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVR 75N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 98,349 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 97,992 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 97,977 miles

Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 97,690 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 97,237 miles

Coolant leak

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

top steering column bush worn

Fail 10 Jun 2014 97,237 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak

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

top steering column bush worn

Pass 10 Jul 2013 97,115 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 11 May 2012 97,042 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 10 May 2012 97,042 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 96,329 miles

slight play o/s/f top pin / bush

slight rust under body

Fail 20 Oct 2010 96,329 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight play o/s/f top pin / bush

slight rust under body

Pass 13 Aug 2009 95,731 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 95,731 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 95,217 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

hazard switch sticky slight interferance with indicators

Fail 25 Jul 2008 95,217 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

hazard switch sticky slight interferance with indicators

Pass 23 Jul 2007 93,792 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 93,792 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 92,575 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GVR 75N is a 1974 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GVR 75N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GVR 75N registered?

GVR 75N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 23 December 1974.

Is GVR 75N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVR 75N shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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