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AOF 416K

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

96,053 mi
Last recorded96,053 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOF 416K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 96,053 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 96,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 91,902 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 91,292 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 90,648 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 90,222 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 89,528 miles

Off-side sun visor not fitted to vehicle at time of test.

Vehicle fitted with sill cover's.

Pass 10 Aug 2012 89,323 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 89,301 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 89,303 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 89,301 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

near side front wing to sill insecure

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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AOF 416K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AOF 416K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AOF 416K registered?

AOF 416K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is AOF 416K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOF 416K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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