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MPB 833K

1971 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,373 mi
Last recorded78,373 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPB 833K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 78,373 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 78,318 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Jul 2016 78,318 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jul 2015 78,130 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2013 78,120 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 78,009 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2012 78,009 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

offside rear wheel binding slightly

presents of fluid around brake light switch area (?), recomend further investigation

Pass 11 Jun 2011 77,918 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 77,915 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside rear suspension strap deteriorated

Pass 28 Apr 2010 77,878 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 77,813 miles

all tyres starting to perrish

Fail 2 May 2009 77,807 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

all tyres starting to perrish

Pass 29 Apr 2008 77,381 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 77,078 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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MPB 833K is a 1971 MG Mgb in White with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPB 833K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MPB 833K registered?

MPB 833K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is MPB 833K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPB 833K shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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