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VHR 896K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,956 mi
Last recorded86,956 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHR 896K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 86,956 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 86,751 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 86,609 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 86,449 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

oil leak

Fail 30 Oct 2012 86,441 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2011 86,172 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 85,857 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 85,530 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 85,258 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 85,023 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 84,685 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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VHR 896K 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 90.9%.

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 VHR 896K, 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 VHR 896K?

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What year was VHR 896K registered?

VHR 896K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is VHR 896K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHR 896K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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