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HPA 856K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,188 mi
Last recorded51,188 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPA 856K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 51,188 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 50,666 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 50,251 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 49,614 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 49,038 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 48,457 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 47,773 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 46,238 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 45,575 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 43,202 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 42,264 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 41,430 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 40,899 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 40,885 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 40,826 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 40,124 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 37,276 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 34,318 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 33,052 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 32,495 miles

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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HPA 856K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HPA 856K, 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 HPA 856K?

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What year was HPA 856K registered?

HPA 856K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 October 1971.

Is HPA 856K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPA 856K shows 20 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 HPA 856K have outstanding finance?

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