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DRX 402K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,149 mi
Last recorded17,149 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRX 402K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 17,149 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 17,148 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 16,225 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 14,729 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 14,000 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 13,100 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 11,292 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 10,463 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 10,463 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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DRX 402K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DRX 402K, 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 DRX 402K?

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What year was DRX 402K registered?

DRX 402K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 16 April 1971.

Is DRX 402K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRX 402K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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