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ARF 801J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,402 mi
Last recorded11,402 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARF 801J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 11,402 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 11,402 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 11,296 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Slight play at steering column/wheel/top bearing/bush

Pass 10 Apr 2019 11,157 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 10,690 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 10,112 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 10,112 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 May 2016 8,041 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 5,157 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 3,151 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 555 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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ARF 801J 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 81.8%.

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 ARF 801J, 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 ARF 801J?

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What year was ARF 801J registered?

ARF 801J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 4 June 1971.

Is ARF 801J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARF 801J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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