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BPN 761K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,560 mi
Last recorded31,560 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPN 761K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 31,560 miles

engine and gearbox are leaking oil

Pass 17 May 2018 26,867 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 26,867 miles

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2017 23,974 miles

both front anti roll mounting bushes worn

excessive play in offside rear half shaft bearing and close to a failure

rear brake imbalance is on the limit for a failure

Pass 24 May 2016 23,006 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front fog lamp lens broken.

oil leak.

Pass 18 May 2015 21,512 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 18,240 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 14,784 miles

Advise on slight play in rear uj

Pass 25 May 2012 13,623 miles

Advise on slight oil leak and slight play in rear uj

Pass 24 May 2011 12,016 miles

ADVISE/ SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM OFFSIDE FRONT RACK GAITER.

Pass 19 May 2010 9,010 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 7,810 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 7,799 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 5,550 miles

differential pinion seal leakong

n/s/f shock absorber bent.

Pass 15 Jun 2006 3,445 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 3,445 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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BPN 761K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPN 761K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPN 761K registered?

BPN 761K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 4 November 1971.

Is BPN 761K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPN 761K shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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