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BKJ 500K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,253 mi
Last recorded26,253 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKJ 500K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2024 26,253 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 24,159 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 23,861 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 23,496 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 23,137 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 May 2015 21,700 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 23,045 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 23,035 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 23,035 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 22,365 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 23,340 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 22,320 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 22,315 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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BKJ 500K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BKJ 500K, 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 BKJ 500K?

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What year was BKJ 500K registered?

BKJ 500K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 19 October 1971.

Is BKJ 500K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKJ 500K shows 13 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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