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FKT 141L

1971 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

55,615 mi
Last recorded55,615 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKT 141L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 55,615 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 55,177 miles

underside heavily undersealed

Fail 4 Aug 2015 55,175 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 8 Feb 2013 54,937 miles

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

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

hole to offside floorpan outside prescribed areas

poor repairs to floorpans and sills

underside treated with underseal - unable to fully inspect

Fail 24 Sep 2012 54,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Corrosion around sills,floors,inner arches,bulkhead. Poor repairs carried out to front floors/sills.

Dash warning lights dim.

Nearside outer sill seems to be fillered

Vehicle boot missing/not tested.

Pass 7 Apr 2010 54,000 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 54,000 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 53,938 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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FKT 141L is a 1971 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 FKT 141L, 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 FKT 141L?

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What year was FKT 141L registered?

FKT 141L is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FKT 141L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKT 141L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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