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HLX 284K

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,327 mi
Last recorded30,327 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLX 284K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 30,327 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 30,327 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 28,460 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 26,773 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 25,843 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside jacking point distorted

Fail 11 Oct 2016 25,843 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing split pin missing and nut loose (2.5.A.4)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside jacking point distorted

Pass 24 Oct 2015 25,170 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 25,166 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 25,165 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 25,159 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 25,128 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 25,097 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 25,072 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 25,023 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 24,784 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 24,646 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 24,524 miles

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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HLX 284K is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HLX 284K, 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

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What year was HLX 284K registered?

HLX 284K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is HLX 284K safe to buy?

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