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UPK 974M

1971 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,709 mi
Last recorded68,709 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 1971 MG B GT V858,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPK 974M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2008 68,709 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 68,735 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 68,731 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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UPK 974M is a 1971 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UPK 974M, 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 UPK 974M?

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What year was UPK 974M registered?

UPK 974M is a 1971 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is UPK 974M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPK 974M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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