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MYM 395D

1966 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

94,471 mi
Last recorded94,471 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1966 MG B GT32,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYM 395D
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 94,471 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 94,471 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced main beam (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both not clearing and insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 94,159 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s&o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wear in n/s front suspension lower pin/joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s&o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

hand brake reading just within limit 16% (low on n/s)

Fail 4 Nov 2022 94,115 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s&o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wear in n/s front suspension lower pin/joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s&o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 94,065 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn swivel joint (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play propshaft bearing moving in the housing (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 77,955 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 77,782 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 77,775 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 75,914 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 74,589 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 72,934 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 69,490 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 69,490 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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MYM 395D is a 1966 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1966 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 32,900 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MYM 395D, 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 60 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 MYM 395D registered?

MYM 395D is a 1966 MG B GT, first registered on 30 December 1966.

Is MYM 395D safe to buy?

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