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KTN 171L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,287 mi
Last recorded19,287 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTN 171L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 19,287 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 18,744 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 17,954 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 17,187 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 17,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 16,689 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 16,656 miles

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

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

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 16,656 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 16,621 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 16,558 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

horn intermittent fault

wiper blades poor

Pass 11 May 2007 15,180 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 11,340 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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KTN 171L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 KTN 171L, 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 54 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 KTN 171L registered?

KTN 171L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 13 September 1972.

Is KTN 171L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTN 171L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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