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MCU 146K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,670 mi
Last recorded77,670 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCU 146K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 77,670 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 75,686 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 73,564 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 72,189 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 71,962 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 71,520 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 70,041 miles

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

n/s/f washer part blocked

rear axle leak

slight play in n/s/f king pin

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 26 Jun 2008 70,041 miles

n/s/f washer part blocked

rear axle leak

slight play in n/s/f king pin

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 20 Jul 2007 69,348 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 69,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 68,886 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 68,738 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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MCU 146K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MCU 146K, 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 MCU 146K registered?

MCU 146K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is MCU 146K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCU 146K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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