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HLP 601K

1971 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,419 mi
Last recorded11,419 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLP 601K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 11,419 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 11,381 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 11,329 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 11,329 miles

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

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

Front Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 11,290 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 11,208 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 11,172 miles

front lower king pin has slight play .

rear leaf spring bushes worn nearside and offside.

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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HLP 601K is a 1971 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HLP 601K, 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

How do I check the history of HLP 601K?

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What year was HLP 601K registered?

HLP 601K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 5 August 1971.

Is HLP 601K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLP 601K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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