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HAP 716L

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,430 mi
Last recorded65,430 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2011
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAP 716L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2011 65,430 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 61,417 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 58,220 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 57,776 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 56,755 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside front tyre cracking

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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HAP 716L is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HAP 716L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HAP 716L?

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What year was HAP 716L registered?

HAP 716L is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is HAP 716L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAP 716L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HAP 716L have outstanding finance?

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