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RFM 30K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,016 mi
Last recorded4,016 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFM 30K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 4,016 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 4,010 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 3,990 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush both (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 3,985 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s front tyre sligh surface cracks in sidewall.

Fail 3 Apr 2009 3,985 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s front tyre sligh surface cracks in sidewall.

Pass 27 Mar 2008 3,664 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 3,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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RFM 30K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc 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 RFM 30K, 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 RFM 30K registered?

RFM 30K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is RFM 30K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFM 30K 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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