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HRK 662K

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,028 mi
Last recorded28,028 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRK 662K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 28,028 miles

underside components showing signs of ageing

Pass 13 Feb 2017 27,487 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 27,487 miles

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 27,126 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 26,341 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2014 24,746 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak

coolant pipe is chaffing on engine

exhaust hanger is broken but exhaust is still secure

Pass 10 Feb 2014 24,746 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

coolant pipe is chaffing on engine

exhaust hanger is broken but exhaust is still secure

Pass 6 Feb 2013 22,130 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 18,872 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 18,872 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 12,489 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 1,057 miles

nearside front tyre tread worn close to the legal limit

small play in the front trunnions

Fail 6 Jul 2009 1,045 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Offside Front Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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HRK 662K is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HRK 662K, 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

How do I check the history of HRK 662K?

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What year was HRK 662K registered?

HRK 662K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 26 October 1971.

Is HRK 662K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRK 662K shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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