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UPK 96M

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,322 mi
Last recorded72,322 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPK 96M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 72,322 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 72,319 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 72,137 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 72,137 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded offside front to rear at front and center (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 71,934 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 71,759 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 71,558 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2013 71,558 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Fail 3 May 2012 71,498 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight damp offside front lever arm shockabsorber

Pass 3 May 2012 71,498 miles

slight damp offside front lever arm shockabsorber

Pass 19 Apr 2011 71,256 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 70,838 miles

nearside front brake pipe light rust

Pass 29 Apr 2009 70,578 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 70,491 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 70,016 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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UPK 96M is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UPK 96M, 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 UPK 96M?

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What year was UPK 96M registered?

UPK 96M is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is UPK 96M safe to buy?

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