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CAH 185J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,880 mi
Last recorded10,880 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2012
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAH 185J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2012 10,880 miles

vehicle under carriage slightly corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2011 10,857 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 10,711 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TO CRACK ON SIDE WALL

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Jan 2009 10,269 miles

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 10,269 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 9,692 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 9,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 9,055 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 6,888 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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CAH 185J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 CAH 185J, 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 CAH 185J?

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What year was CAH 185J registered?

CAH 185J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is CAH 185J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAH 185J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAH 185J have outstanding finance?

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