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CYC 767J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,888 mi
Last recorded42,888 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYC 767J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2024 42,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2022 42,420 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 41,881 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 41,665 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 41,304 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 41,085 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 40,932 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 40,831 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 39,841 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 38,726 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 37,555 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 35,829 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 34,292 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 33,287 miles

Offside rear check strap broken

Rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 3 Jul 2008 32,578 miles

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

Rear exhaust mounting perishing

Slight play in steering column top bearing

Pass 30 Jun 2007 32,098 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 31,528 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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CYC 767J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 CYC 767J, 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 767J?

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What year was CYC 767J registered?

CYC 767J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is CYC 767J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYC 767J shows 17 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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