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CTF 727J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,192 mi
Last recorded1,192 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTF 727J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 1,192 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 11,072 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 9,258 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 6,621 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 4,174 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 2,644 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 1,260 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 17,849 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 15,625 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 13,761 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 12,111 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 11,446 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 10,960 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 8,771 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 6,803 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 4,298 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 2,849 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 1,740 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

engine coolant leak

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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CTF 727J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CTF 727J, 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 CTF 727J?

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What year was CTF 727J registered?

CTF 727J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 12 January 1971.

Is CTF 727J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTF 727J shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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