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CAP 594K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,254 mi
Last recorded62,254 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAP 594K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 62,254 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2017 62,231 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fuel pipe slightly chafed corroded (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all four tyres cracked but no cord exposed.

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 57,974 miles

Fuel lines corroded

Slight corrosion to nearside and offside inner sills

Pass 17 Mar 2015 57,948 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 57,946 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s/f suspension lower bump stop missing

Pass 6 Oct 2008 57,937 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 57,937 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 57,851 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 57,812 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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CAP 594K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CAP 594K, 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 CAP 594K registered?

CAP 594K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 12 November 1971.

Is CAP 594K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAP 594K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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