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ARE 995J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1785cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,738 mi
Last recorded63,738 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARE 995J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,785cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 63,738 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 63,732 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 61,553 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 59,304 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 59,300 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 58,212 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 58,180 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 58,516 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 58,516 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 58,058 miles

front brakes on limit of imbalance 25%

Pass 11 Aug 2010 57,945 miles

slight rear brake imbalance

Fail 11 Aug 2010 57,945 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 20 Aug 2009 57,305 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 56,831 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 56,310 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 56,296 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Oil leak

advise nearside front backplate corroding

advise nearside rear bump stop corroding

advise offside and nearside front bumpstops missing adequate clearance

advise various areas of repair to un derside appear of poor quality unable to detain aspect of repair to full extent

Pass 22 Mar 2006 55,641 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 55,638 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Inner Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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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ARE 995J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,785cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ARE 995J, 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

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What year was ARE 995J registered?

ARE 995J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 14 May 1971.

Is ARE 995J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARE 995J shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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