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WHP 850J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,047 mi
Last recorded34,047 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHP 850J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 May 2017 34,047 miles

Central exhaust support is deteriorated

Pass 20 May 2016 33,633 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 33,127 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 32,329 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 29,392 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 28,594 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 27,407 miles

lower steering column bush is worn

Pass 8 May 2010 26,635 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 24,624 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 22,747 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 19,692 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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WHP 850J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 WHP 850J, 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 WHP 850J?

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What year was WHP 850J registered?

WHP 850J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is WHP 850J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHP 850J shows 11 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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