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YWE 50M

1971 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,512 mi
Last recorded20,512 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B GT V858,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWE 50M
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 20,512 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 20,511 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58% neraside low offside high (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure caliper locking bracket insecure (3.5.1l)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 20,301 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

offside front kingpin play

Pass 10 Sep 2007 20,275 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 20,253 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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YWE 50M is a 1971 MG B GT V8 in Red 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 YWE 50M, 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 YWE 50M?

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What year was YWE 50M registered?

YWE 50M is a 1971 MG B GT V8, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is YWE 50M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWE 50M 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.

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