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PST 863K

1971 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,973 mi
Last recorded72,973 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPST 863K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2019 72,973 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 72,542 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 72,469 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 72,273 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 72,053 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 72,053 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 72,043 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 71,779 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 71,779 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 71,549 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 71,361 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 71,258 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 71,084 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 70,518 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 69,368 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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PST 863K is a 1971 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PST 863K, 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 PST 863K?

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What year was PST 863K registered?

PST 863K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 8 November 1971.

Is PST 863K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PST 863K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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