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KFP 7K

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

1,012 mi
Last recorded1,012 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFP 7K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 1,012 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 993 miles

Rear exhaust box hanger broken

wipers poor

Pass 8 Sep 2014 906 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

gearbox mounts in poor condition

slight engine oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2013 809 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 773 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 706 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 609 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 311 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front inner wings to front panel corroding.

Pass 24 May 2007 105 miles

as last test

Fail 18 May 2007 105 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front sub-frame corroding.

rear exhaust deteriorating - slight blow.

Pass 26 May 2006 105 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 105 miles

Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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KFP 7K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KFP 7K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KFP 7K registered?

KFP 7K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 16 December 1971.

Is KFP 7K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFP 7K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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