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BKX 398K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

20,491 mi
Last recorded20,491 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKX 398K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 20,491 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 20,207 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 19,871 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2021 19,871 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 19,369 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 18,329 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 18,329 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 17,679 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 16,961 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 16,138 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 16,121 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 15,496 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 15,233 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 15,233 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2013 14,583 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 14,126 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 13,508 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 13,508 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 12,624 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 10,721 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 9,932 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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BKX 398K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BKX 398K, 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 BKX 398K?

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What year was BKX 398K registered?

BKX 398K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 23 September 1971.

Is BKX 398K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKX 398K shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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