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HVG 371L

1997 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,841 mi
Last recorded65,841 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2006
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 371L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2006 65,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 65,841 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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HVG 371L is a 1997 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,605 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVG 371L, 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 29 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HVG 371L?

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What year was HVG 371L registered?

HVG 371L is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is HVG 371L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 371L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVG 371L have outstanding finance?

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