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AMA 609K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,596 mi
Last recorded78,596 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMA 609K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 78,596 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 78,428 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 78,044 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 77,870 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 77,728 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 77,616 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 77,616 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 77,412 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 77,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 77,213 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 77,213 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 76,906 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 76,848 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 76,512 miles

Front Steering column universal joint retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 76,512 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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AMA 609K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AMA 609K, 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 AMA 609K?

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What year was AMA 609K registered?

AMA 609K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1971.

Is AMA 609K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMA 609K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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