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DRY 741K

1971 MG B

Beige Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,190 mi
Last recorded74,190 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRY 741K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 74,190 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

some general underbody surface corrosion

some non structual corrosion of offside and nearside rear wheels arches

Fail 10 Nov 2021 74,190 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

some general underbody surface corrosion

some non structual corrosion of offside and nearside rear wheels arches

Pass 30 Nov 2020 74,017 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

general underbody and body corrosion

Pass 12 Nov 2019 73,940 miles

some corrosion of fuel pipes

some heavy corrosion of offside and nearside rear wheel arches

some underbody surface corrosion

Pass 21 Nov 2018 73,883 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Some general underbody corrosion

Some heavy body corrosion to both rear wheel arches

Pass 14 Nov 2017 73,832 miles

some corrosion of fuel pipes

some general underbody surface corrosion

some heavy corrosion of rear wheel archs

Pass 21 Nov 2016 73,811 miles

Heavy surface corrosion of both rear wheel arches

Some general underbody surface corrosion

all rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2015 73,748 miles

fuel pipe corroded

heavy surface corrosion of rear wheel archs

some general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 24 Nov 2014 73,578 miles

Oil leaks

Previous welding repairs

Some general underbody corrosion

Some heavy body corrosion to o/s/r wheel arch

Pass 13 Nov 2013 73,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Some body corrosion

Some general underbody surface corrosion

Some previous welding repairs

Pass 15 Nov 2012 73,302 miles

heavy corrosion of both rear wheel archs

some general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 14 Nov 2011 73,198 miles

some corrosion of rear wheel arches

some general underbody surface corrosion

some previous welding repairs

Pass 9 Nov 2010 73,052 miles

Some corrosion of both rear wheel arches

Some general underbody corrosion

Some previous welding repairs

Pass 20 Nov 2009 72,884 miles

previous welding repairs

general underbody surface corrosion

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2008 72,586 miles

general underbody surface corrosion

previous welding repairs

some corrosion of front to rear fuel pipe

some general body corrosion

Fail 25 Nov 2008 72,542 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

general underbody surface corrosion

some corrosion of front to rear fuel pipe

some general body corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2007 72,320 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

general underbody surface corrosion

Fail 22 Nov 2007 72,272 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2006 72,026 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

general underbody surface corrosion

surface corrosion to both rear wheel arches

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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DRY 741K is a 1971 MG B in Beige with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DRY 741K, 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 DRY 741K registered?

DRY 741K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 8 October 1971.

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