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ORB 858K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,111 mi
Last recorded82,111 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORB 858K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 82,111 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 82,046 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 81,734 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 81,378 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 81,117 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 80,912 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 80,912 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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ORB 858K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ORB 858K, 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 ORB 858K?

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What year was ORB 858K registered?

ORB 858K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is ORB 858K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORB 858K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORB 858K have outstanding finance?

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