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AOP 895K

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

45,813 mi
Last recorded45,813 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOP 895K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 45,813 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 45,606 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 45,603 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 May 2015 45,603 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 May 2014 45,603 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 45,603 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 45,603 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 45,603 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke cracked (4.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 45,603 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 45,603 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 45,603 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 45,584 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 45,584 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 79,999 miles

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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AOP 895K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AOP 895K, 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 AOP 895K registered?

AOP 895K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 October 1971.

Is AOP 895K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOP 895K shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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