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HYH 221K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,291 mi
Last recorded30,291 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYH 221K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 30,291 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 24,677 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 22,563 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 22,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 17,834 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 16,798 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 16,455 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 16,024 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 15,449 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 14,677 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,945 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 12,946 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 12,150 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 11,238 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 51,617 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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HYH 221K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HYH 221K, 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 HYH 221K registered?

HYH 221K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 9 November 1971.

Is HYH 221K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYH 221K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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