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AOW 87K

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,585 mi
Last recorded14,585 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOW 87K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2019 14,585 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 13,899 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 13,489 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 12,780 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 11,721 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 10,563 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 9,887 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 9,375 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 8,690 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 8,669 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 8,471 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 6,249 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 6,191 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 5,352 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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AOW 87K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AOW 87K, 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 AOW 87K registered?

AOW 87K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 27 October 1971.

Is AOW 87K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOW 87K shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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