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WMK 500M

1971 MG B GT V8

Purple Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,713 mi
Last recorded13,713 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 1971 MG B GT V858,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMK 500M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 13,713 miles

Fuel pipe slightly chafed rubbing on offside rear chassis (7.2.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear half shaft seal leaking

spare not checked

unable to open boot at time of test

Fail 11 Nov 2015 13,712 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped routed (3.6.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fuel pipe slightly chafed rubbing on offside rear chassis (7.2.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear half shaft seal leaking

spare not checked

unable to open boot at time of test

Pass 19 Nov 2013 13,312 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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WMK 500M is a 1971 MG B GT V8 in Purple 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 WMK 500M, 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 WMK 500M?

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What year was WMK 500M registered?

WMK 500M is a 1971 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is WMK 500M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMK 500M 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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