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RAC 308M

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,179 mi
Last recorded19,179 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAC 308M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 19,179 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 18,355 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 17,761 miles

Underside of vehicle covered in thick black underseal including brake pipes and suspension components

Pass 23 Mar 2021 17,365 miles

underside of vehicle covered in thick black underseal, including steering and suspension components and brake lines

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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RAC 308M is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RAC 308M, 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 RAC 308M registered?

RAC 308M is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is RAC 308M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAC 308M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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