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AKE 126J

1979 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,039 mi
Last recorded26,039 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKE 126J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2023 26,039 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 22,791 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 21,590 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 19,496 miles

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 16 Nov 2018 17,617 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 15,224 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 12,914 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 11,208 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 9,041 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 7,166 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 5,346 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 3,687 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 2,762 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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AKE 126J is a 1979 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 AKE 126J, 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 47 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AKE 126J?

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What year was AKE 126J registered?

AKE 126J is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is AKE 126J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKE 126J shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKE 126J have outstanding finance?

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