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HPG 917K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,599 mi
Last recorded36,599 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPG 917K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 36,599 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 35,531 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 34,941 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 34,928 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 34,869 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 34,869 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 34,828 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 34,701 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

general oil leaks. all 4 tyres have perished sidewalls

Pass 8 Jun 2009 34,245 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 34,021 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 33,761 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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HPG 917K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HPG 917K, 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 HPG 917K?

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What year was HPG 917K registered?

HPG 917K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 13 October 1971.

Is HPG 917K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPG 917K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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