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DPK 640J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,000 mi
Last recorded26,000 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPK 640J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 26,000 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 May 2017 25,847 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 25,696 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 25,491 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 25,181 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 24,991 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 24,773 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 24,535 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 23,593 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight damage to front number plate

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 22,928 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

fuel line front to rear corroding, fuel hose also perishing

slight imbalance to front brake calipers (o/s/f lower effort)

surface corrosion to most suspension/chassis mounts

Pass 15 Apr 2008 21,708 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 21,534 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 21,534 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 16 Mar 2006 19,473 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 19,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear leaf springs weak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DPK 640J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DPK 640J, 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 DPK 640J registered?

DPK 640J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is DPK 640J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPK 640J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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