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AKM 946T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,018 mi
Last recorded81,018 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKM 946T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 81,018 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 80,770 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 80,770 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 80,566 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 80,409 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 80,252 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 80,233 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 80,225 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid master (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 80,155 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 80,155 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 May 2015 79,944 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 79,852 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 79,852 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 79,069 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AKM 946T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AKM 946T, 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 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AKM 946T registered?

AKM 946T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 August 1978.

Is AKM 946T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKM 946T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKM 946T have outstanding finance?

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