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CYC 638J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

7,150 mi
Last recorded7,150 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYC 638J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 7,150 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 4,785 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 2,956 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 1,597 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 1,104 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 503 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 429 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 25,632 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 25,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 24,429 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 21,883 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

axle straps heavly perished and started to split

lift in nearside front trunnion joint

Fail 21 Aug 2013 21,878 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

lift to n/s/f tronion joint

Pass 3 Sep 2012 19,236 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 18,855 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 18,645 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 18,421 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 17,896 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 17,456 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 17,456 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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CYC 638J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CYC 638J, 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 CYC 638J?

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What year was CYC 638J registered?

CYC 638J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is CYC 638J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYC 638J shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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