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RKW 260J

1971 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,463 mi
Last recorded39,463 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKW 260J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2014 39,463 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 39,796 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 38,445 miles

coolant leaking

oil leak

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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RKW 260J is a 1971 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 RKW 260J, 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 RKW 260J?

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What year was RKW 260J registered?

RKW 260J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 11 January 1971.

Is RKW 260J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKW 260J shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RKW 260J have outstanding finance?

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