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HWR 700J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,174 mi
Last recorded13,174 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWR 700J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 13,174 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine And Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 12,214 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2019 12,200 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 12,185 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 12,170 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 12,170 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 11,147 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,144 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 9,663 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 May 2014 9,663 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 8,643 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 6,830 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 5,926 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 5,059 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 4,615 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine has a oil leak

Pass 13 May 2008 4,210 miles

steering wheel has borderline play

Pass 23 May 2007 3,773 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 3,134 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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HWR 700J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HWR 700J, 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

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What year was HWR 700J registered?

HWR 700J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 15 January 1971.

Is HWR 700J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWR 700J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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