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VPK 8M

1971 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,332 mi
Last recorded47,332 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B GT V858,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPK 8M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 47,332 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 47,256 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 35,016 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 34,986 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

oil leak

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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VPK 8M is a 1971 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VPK 8M, 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 VPK 8M?

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What year was VPK 8M registered?

VPK 8M is a 1971 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is VPK 8M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPK 8M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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