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HWU 424J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,588 mi
Last recorded37,588 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWU 424J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 37,588 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 37,021 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 36,618 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 35,600 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 35,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 34,636 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 32,287 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 28,661 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 27,524 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 25,966 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 25,400 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 24,501 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

osr brake hanging on slightly

slight corrosion around pedal box/ bulkhead area

Pass 1 Nov 2013 23,549 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

slight corrosion around brake pedal box area

Pass 9 Nov 2012 21,861 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

both front wishbones have bushes starting to deteriorate

nsr brake hanging on slightly

Fail 6 Nov 2012 21,861 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

both front wishbones have bushes starting to deteriorate

nsr brake hanging on slightly

Pass 1 Dec 2011 21,128 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 20,308 miles

untidy brake pipe work

Pass 15 Mar 2010 19,250 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 19,250 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 18,591 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 17,765 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 17,765 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

propshaft bolts missing

Pass 17 May 2007 16,603 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 16,259 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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HWU 424J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HWU 424J, 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 HWU 424J registered?

HWU 424J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 11 February 1971.

Is HWU 424J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWU 424J shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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