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OUX 159M

1971 MG B GT V8

Gold Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,352 mi
Last recorded18,352 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT V858,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUX 159M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 18,352 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 17,385 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 14,740 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 14,740 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 12,647 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 12,524 miles

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

Oil leak

rear diff oil leak.

Fail 1 Jul 2013 12,524 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Oil leak

rear diff oil leak.

Pass 14 Jun 2012 12,502 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 11,877 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 11,492 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 9,852 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 8,377 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 8,371 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2007 7,408 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,014 miles

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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OUX 159M is a 1971 MG B GT V8 in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 58,528 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 OUX 159M, 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 55 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OUX 159M registered?

OUX 159M is a 1971 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is OUX 159M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUX 159M shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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