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HPA 790K

1971 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,045 mi
Last recorded34,045 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPA 790K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2017 34,045 miles

Front Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately AND REARS (3.6.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 34,043 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 34,029 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 34,028 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 33,953 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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HPA 790K is a 1971 MG B GT in Orange 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 HPA 790K, 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 HPA 790K registered?

HPA 790K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 19 August 1971.

Is HPA 790K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPA 790K 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.

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