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KMX 357K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,174 mi
Last recorded44,174 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMX 357K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 44,174 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 44,131 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 44,006 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 43,773 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 43,509 miles

Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 43,509 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 43,359 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 43,123 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 43,121 miles

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jan 2011 42,704 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 41,814 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 41,260 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 39,734 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 39,717 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 39,086 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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KMX 357K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KMX 357K, 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 KMX 357K?

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What year was KMX 357K registered?

KMX 357K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 August 1971.

Is KMX 357K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMX 357K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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