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BTR 810K

1971 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,760 mi
Last recorded17,760 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTR 810K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 17,760 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 16,935 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 16,933 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 16,374 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 12,607 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 11,579 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 11,006 miles

Centre exhaust braket broken but exhaust not loose or insecure

Pass 12 May 2012 10,144 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 8,935 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 7,357 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 5,887 miles

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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BTR 810K is a 1971 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BTR 810K, 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

How do I check the history of BTR 810K?

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What year was BTR 810K registered?

BTR 810K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 15 December 1971.

Is BTR 810K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTR 810K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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