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HDV 356N

1975 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,983 mi
Last recorded29,983 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDV 356N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 29,983 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 29,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 28,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,553 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 22,970 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 16,530 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 12,726 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear lever shock absorbers showing signs of leaking.

Pass 28 Apr 2012 12,726 miles

both rear lever shock absorbers showing signs of leaking.

Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,625 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 7,586 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 7,234 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 6,639 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 6,443 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 6,079 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 5,212 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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HDV 356N is a 1975 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HDV 356N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 51 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HDV 356N registered?

HDV 356N is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 3 January 1975.

Is HDV 356N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDV 356N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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