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HYV 460K

1971 MG B

Gold Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,731 mi
Last recorded20,731 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYV 460K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 20,731 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 23 Sep 2016 20,671 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 20,399 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 20,288 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 20,256 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 19,942 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 19,439 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 19,421 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 19,094 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 18,610 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 18,206 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 17,529 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2006 17,186 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HYV 460K is a 1971 MG B in Gold with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HYV 460K, 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

How do I check the history of HYV 460K?

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What year was HYV 460K registered?

HYV 460K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 13 December 1971.

Is HYV 460K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYV 460K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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