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NPH 865L

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,417 mi
Last recorded82,417 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPH 865L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 82,417 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside Outer Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Outer Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 82,417 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside Outer Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Outer Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 81,746 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 80,982 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 78,974 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 78,974 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 75,211 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 74,883 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 74,454 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 73,829 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 36,722 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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NPH 865L is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NPH 865L, 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 NPH 865L?

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What year was NPH 865L registered?

NPH 865L is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is NPH 865L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPH 865L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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