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RKW 866J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,137 mi
Last recorded30,137 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKW 866J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2017 30,137 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 29,665 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 29,106 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 28,492 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 28,052 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 27,327 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 25,962 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 25,336 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 25,091 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 24,568 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 23,986 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT FRAYING OF WIPER BLADES

Pass 3 Apr 2006 22,890 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 866J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 866J, 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 866J?

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What year was RKW 866J registered?

RKW 866J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 13 January 1971.

Is RKW 866J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKW 866J shows 12 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 866J have outstanding finance?

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