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SGS 435K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,178 mi
Last recorded82,178 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGS 435K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2013 82,178 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 82,175 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 82,165 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 82,165 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 82,155 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 82,146 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 82,135 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 82,085 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 81,951 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 81,841 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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SGS 435K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SGS 435K, 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 SGS 435K?

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What year was SGS 435K registered?

SGS 435K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 17 September 1971.

Is SGS 435K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGS 435K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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