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AKE 456K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,763 mi
Last recorded55,763 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKE 456K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 55,763 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 54,935 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 49,321 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside lower suspension bush rubbers slightly deteriorated

Nearside washer jet needs slight adjustment

Fail 23 Jul 2020 49,321 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside lower suspension bush rubbers slightly deteriorated

Nearside washer jet needs slight adjustment

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 46,457 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 45,180 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 44,494 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 43,781 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 41,663 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,381 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 37,137 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both rear axle rubber check straps perished

front crossmembercorroded

front discs pitted

Fail 11 Jul 2011 37,126 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both rear axle rubber check straps perished

front crossmembercorroded

front discs pitted

Pass 13 Oct 2009 36,968 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 36,862 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 86,719 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 36,339 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 456K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AKE 456K, 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

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What year was AKE 456K registered?

AKE 456K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is AKE 456K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKE 456K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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