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RKM 151M

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,158 mi
Last recorded14,158 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKM 151M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 14,158 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 14,158 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,158 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 14,155 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 13,402 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 12,705 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 12,705 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 8,558 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 3,891 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 99,432 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 94,747 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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RKM 151M is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RKM 151M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RKM 151M?

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What year was RKM 151M registered?

RKM 151M is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is RKM 151M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKM 151M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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