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AKE 75J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,502 mi
Last recorded62,502 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKE 75J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 62,502 miles

Central Outer sill split

Pass 3 Nov 2016 62,228 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 62,019 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 61,580 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 60,987 miles

inner tubes in tubeless tyres

no ignition warning light

speedo illumination works intermittently

Pass 17 Oct 2012 60,925 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 60,925 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 50,711 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 50,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 60,122 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 60,122 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 59,729 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 59,073 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 58,851 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 58,510 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 75J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 75J, 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 AKE 75J?

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What year was AKE 75J registered?

AKE 75J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 8 April 1971.

Is AKE 75J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKE 75J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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