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AKJ 539K

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,505 mi
Last recorded62,505 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKJ 539K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 62,505 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 62,496 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 62,487 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 62,479 miles

water leak, bottom hose to rad

Pass 18 Jun 2013 62,437 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 62,384 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 62,236 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 62,002 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 61,867 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 61,860 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 61,509 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 61,013 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 50,951 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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AKJ 539K is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKJ 539K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AKJ 539K registered?

AKJ 539K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is AKJ 539K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKJ 539K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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