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RKW 842N

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,356 mi
Last recorded24,356 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2009
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKW 842N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2009 24,356 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 21,604 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 21,604 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 19,371 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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RKW 842N is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RKW 842N, 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 842N?

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What year was RKW 842N registered?

RKW 842N is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is RKW 842N safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKW 842N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RKW 842N have outstanding finance?

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