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AKT 163K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,507 mi
Last recorded43,507 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKT 163K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 43,507 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 43,460 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 43,242 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 May 2015 43,242 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,176 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 43,121 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 43,074 miles

slight leak at manifold

Pass 29 Jun 2011 43,069 miles

slight play in offside front lower trunion

Pass 28 Jun 2010 43,061 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 43,057 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 43,043 miles

handbrake lever rises high ,suggesting in need of adjustment /repair

Pass 26 Apr 2007 42,938 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 42,804 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 5 May 2005 42,673 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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AKT 163K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AKT 163K, 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 AKT 163K?

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What year was AKT 163K registered?

AKT 163K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 5 October 1971.

Is AKT 163K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKT 163K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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