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NGU 456L

1971 MG B Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

1,289 mi
Last recorded1,289 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B Roadster58,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGU 456L
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 1,289 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2021 1,270 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 27 miles

n/s/f brake 25% remain o/s/f brake 70% remain

Pass 16 May 2017 22,482 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 22,477 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bump stop area (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 21,614 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 21,586 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 21,586 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 21,481 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 21,478 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 21,478 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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NGU 456L is a 1971 MG B Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1971 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 58,027 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NGU 456L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NGU 456L registered?

NGU 456L is a 1971 MG B Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is NGU 456L safe to buy?

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