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PVH 556M

1971 MG B GT V8

Grey Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,540 mi
Last recorded58,540 miles
Recorded on25 May 2010
Typical for 1971 MG B GT V858,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVH 556M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2010 58,540 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 58,528 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 58,528 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 58,508 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 58,475 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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PVH 556M is a 1971 MG B GT V8 in Grey with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 PVH 556M, 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

How do I check the history of PVH 556M?

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What year was PVH 556M registered?

PVH 556M is a 1971 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is PVH 556M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVH 556M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVH 556M have outstanding finance?

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