CarVerify

Free Car Check

TOK 898N

1974 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,537 mi
Last recorded57,537 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B GT V854,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOK 898N
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
View full MG B GT V8 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 57,537 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 57,490 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 57,490 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 57,352 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 57,317 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 57,054 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 56,974 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 55,809 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 55,733 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 55,729 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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
Full MG B GT V8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TOK 898N is a 1974 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TOK 898N, 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 TOK 898N?

You can check the full history of TOK 898N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TOK 898N registered?

TOK 898N is a 1974 MG B GT V8, first registered on 21 August 1974.

Is TOK 898N safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOK 898N shows 10 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 TOK 898N have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TOK 898N. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.