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ETX 10K

1971 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,798 mi
Last recorded40,798 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETX 10K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 40,798 miles

front and rear brake imbalance near limit

oil leak

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 5 Jun 2013 39,520 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 38,857 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 37,683 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 36,354 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 34,977 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 34,977 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 33,499 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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ETX 10K is a 1971 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ETX 10K, 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 ETX 10K?

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What year was ETX 10K registered?

ETX 10K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1971.

Is ETX 10K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETX 10K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETX 10K have outstanding finance?

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