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ATB 235L

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,314 mi
Last recorded80,314 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2010
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATB 235L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2010 80,314 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 80,314 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 80,156 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 79,950 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 79,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 78,701 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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ATB 235L is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 ATB 235L, 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 ATB 235L?

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What year was ATB 235L registered?

ATB 235L is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is ATB 235L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATB 235L shows 6 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.

Does ATB 235L have outstanding finance?

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