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SVU 2K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,209 mi
Last recorded26,209 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVU 2K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 26,209 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 26,203 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 26,116 miles

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 26,034 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 26,030 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,910 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 25,910 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake pedle binding

Pass 2 Apr 2014 25,797 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 25,793 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 25,738 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 25,484 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 25,375 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 25,238 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

fuel cap seal starting to perish

Pass 19 Mar 2009 24,925 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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SVU 2K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SVU 2K, 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 SVU 2K?

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What year was SVU 2K registered?

SVU 2K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 20 October 1971.

Is SVU 2K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVU 2K shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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