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BKE 341K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,141 mi
Last recorded2,141 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKE 341K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 2,141 miles

Manifold slight leak Seat belt harness fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2013 1,584 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 1,574 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 1,092 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 1,092 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Moisture on inside of headlamp covers

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 776 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 773 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 4 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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BKE 341K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BKE 341K, 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

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What year was BKE 341K registered?

BKE 341K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 12 October 1971.

Is BKE 341K safe to buy?

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