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ACV 4K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,828 mi
Last recorded52,828 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACV 4K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 52,828 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 52,691 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 52,615 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 52,390 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 52,171 miles

REAR BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION

Pass 13 May 2019 52,018 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 51,787 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 51,352 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 51,352 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 May 2016 50,472 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 50,162 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 49,973 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 49,939 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 49,684 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 49,467 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 49,411 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 49,264 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 49,096 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 48,879 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 48,757 miles

n/s + o/s lower inner wishbone bushes worn, †gear oil leak on o/s/r drive shaft

Pass 27 Apr 2006 47,962 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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ACV 4K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 ACV 4K, 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 ACV 4K?

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What year was ACV 4K registered?

ACV 4K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is ACV 4K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACV 4K shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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