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CUA 762J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,397 mi
Last recorded75,397 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUA 762J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 75,397 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 75,262 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 75,262 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ADVISE N/S/R SHOCKER LEAKING

Pass 7 Sep 2012 74,688 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 74,688 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 74,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 72,622 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 69,623 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 68,675 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 68,569 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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CUA 762J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CUA 762J, 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 CUA 762J?

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What year was CUA 762J registered?

CUA 762J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 12 May 1971.

Is CUA 762J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUA 762J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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