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HFC 17N

1974 MG B GT V8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,034 mi
Last recorded38,034 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFC 17N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 38,034 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 37,515 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 37,086 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 36,512 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 36,134 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 35,518 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 34,747 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 34,538 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 33,886 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 33,886 miles

Offside Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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HFC 17N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 HFC 17N, 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 HFC 17N?

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What year was HFC 17N registered?

HFC 17N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 December 1974.

Is HFC 17N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFC 17N shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFC 17N have outstanding finance?

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