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VKF 112

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,364 mi
Last recorded34,364 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKF 112
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 34,364 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 34,015 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 33,904 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 33,898 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 33,861 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 33,591 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 33,404 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 33,269 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 33,216 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 33,029 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 32,772 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,603 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 32,365 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 31,758 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,643 miles

Slight wear in steering rack

Pass 27 Jul 2006 31,149 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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VKF 112 is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VKF 112, 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 VKF 112?

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What year was VKF 112 registered?

VKF 112 is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 13 December 1971.

Is VKF 112 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKF 112 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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