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SOC 642H

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

12,773 mi
Last recorded12,773 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOC 642H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 12,773 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 7,559 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 7,246 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 6,816 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 6,645 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 4,989 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 3,362 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 1,350 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 99,594 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 95,786 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 93,431 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 93,431 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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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SOC 642H is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SOC 642H, 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 SOC 642H?

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What year was SOC 642H registered?

SOC 642H is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is SOC 642H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOC 642H shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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