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AKW 315L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

85,251 mi
Last recorded85,251 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKW 315L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 85,251 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 84,860 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 84,860 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 84,500 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 84,196 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 83,833 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 83,268 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 83,085 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 82,614 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 81,746 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 80,717 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 30,165 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 78,847 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 77,421 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 75,688 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 73,573 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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AKW 315L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 AKW 315L, 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 53 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 AKW 315L?

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What year was AKW 315L registered?

AKW 315L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is AKW 315L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKW 315L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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