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PWR 701K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,316 mi
Last recorded92,316 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWR 701K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 92,316 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 92,298 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 92,298 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2009 92,298 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 92,015 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

OSR brake readings low

Slight blow from exhaust manifold

Slight play both trunnions

Pass 15 Oct 2008 91,064 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 90,735 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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PWR 701K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PWR 701K, 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 PWR 701K?

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What year was PWR 701K registered?

PWR 701K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is PWR 701K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWR 701K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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