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CJB 265J

1971 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,280 mi
Last recorded23,280 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJB 265J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 23,280 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 23,028 miles

all four tyres starting to perish and slightly cracked

n/s rear brake snatches on slightly when applied

Pass 16 Jun 2014 22,822 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 22,822 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2013 22,117 miles

trailer socket operation

Pass 29 May 2012 20,338 miles

offside rear brake is slightly binding

Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,718 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 19,340 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 19,333 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 18,675 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 17,977 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 16,860 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 15,802 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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CJB 265J is a 1971 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJB 265J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CJB 265J registered?

CJB 265J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is CJB 265J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJB 265J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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