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UPU 121K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,439 mi
Last recorded38,439 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPU 121K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 38,439 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 37,894 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 36,846 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 35,144 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 34,148 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 33,555 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 32,820 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 30,793 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 27,141 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 24,801 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 22,715 miles

Offside Stiffness to track rod

Pass 19 Aug 2014 20,358 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 18,187 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,478 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 12,207 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 9,441 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 7,240 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 5,941 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 5,308 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 5,231 miles

ADVISE SLIGHTLY WEAK PRESSURE ON SCREEN WASHERS MAY REQUIRE LIGHTING SWITCH SOON AS SWITCH FEELS SLIGHTLY LOOSE

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 5,058 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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UPU 121K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPU 121K, 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 UPU 121K?

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What year was UPU 121K registered?

UPU 121K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 10 September 1971.

Is UPU 121K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPU 121K shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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