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MEC 124K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,874 mi
Last recorded21,874 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEC 124K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 21,874 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 21,874 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 21,869 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 21,857 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 21,832 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 21,759 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 21,720 miles

Coolant leak

excessive corrosion to n/s/f.floor/sill area.

Fail 12 Jun 2014 21,712 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

excessive corrosion to n/s/f.floor/sill area.

Pass 7 May 2013 20,943 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

REAR BRAKE IMBALANCE.30%.

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

excessive corrosion to n/s/f. inner sill / castle section..........

Fail 10 May 2012 20,901 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 20,901 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 20,365 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 20,358 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 5 May 2010 19,247 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 19,008 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 18,979 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 18,547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 18,077 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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MEC 124K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 MEC 124K, 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 MEC 124K?

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What year was MEC 124K registered?

MEC 124K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 17 September 1971.

Is MEC 124K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEC 124K shows 18 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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