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CYB 868J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,008 mi
Last recorded1,008 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYB 868J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 1,008 miles

parking brake low in effort, advise improving

Fail 19 Sep 2017 1,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective anti roll bar linkage lower retaining nut left loose (2.5.A.4)

parking brake low in effort, advise improving

Pass 6 Sep 2016 886 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 679 miles

nearside front brake pipe running very near exhaust pipe

offside and nearside front anti roll bars linkage tops fouling top suspension arms, advise attention

Pass 1 Sep 2014 7 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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CYB 868J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 CYB 868J, 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 CYB 868J?

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What year was CYB 868J registered?

CYB 868J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is CYB 868J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYB 868J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYB 868J have outstanding finance?

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