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HGJ 877K

1971 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

364 mi
Last recorded364 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGJ 877K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 364 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2019 69,381 miles

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 67,392 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 65,157 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 64,431 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 64,431 miles

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

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

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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HGJ 877K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGJ 877K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HGJ 877K registered?

HGJ 877K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is HGJ 877K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGJ 877K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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