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HAB 123J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

10,628 mi
Last recorded10,628 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAB 123J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 10,628 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 10,440 miles

oil leakage around engine

Fail 17 Aug 2017 10,430 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

oil leakage around engine

Pass 15 Aug 2016 10,375 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 10,334 miles

slight lift in both front lower trunions

Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,278 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 10,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 10,112 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 8,105 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 58,084 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 7,070 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 6,523 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 6,067 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 4,256 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 4,047 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 4,047 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake imbalance high

Pass 30 May 2006 3,860 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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HAB 123J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HAB 123J, 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 HAB 123J registered?

HAB 123J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 8 June 1971.

Is HAB 123J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAB 123J shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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