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XKO 908J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,331 mi
Last recorded88,331 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKO 908J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2017 88,331 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 88,031 miles

Nearside Rear bump strap broken

Pass 16 Jun 2015 88,027 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 88,010 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 87,971 miles

Parking brake effort slightly low on the offside.

Pass 25 May 2012 87,829 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 1 Jun 2011 87,630 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 87,518 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 87,437 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2007
Pass 17 Jul 2006 86,873 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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XKO 908J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 XKO 908J, 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 XKO 908J?

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What year was XKO 908J registered?

XKO 908J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 24 March 1971.

Is XKO 908J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKO 908J shows 11 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 XKO 908J have outstanding finance?

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