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AKX 17K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1860cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,094 mi
Last recorded28,094 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 17K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,860cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 28,094 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 26,998 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 26,996 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 26,832 miles

o/s rear lamp unit lens insecure

Pass 18 Oct 2018 26,088 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2013 25,901 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,838 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 25,644 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,582 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 25,582 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 25,247 miles

nearside front binding slightly

Pass 14 Mar 2006 25,117 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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AKX 17K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,860cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AKX 17K, 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

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What year was AKX 17K registered?

AKX 17K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is AKX 17K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKX 17K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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