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DAE 783K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

40,124 mi
Last recorded40,124 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAE 783K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 40,124 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 40,125 miles

Front Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 39,665 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 28,560 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 26,029 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 25,397 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 24,923 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 22,158 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 20,002 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 20,002 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 16,870 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 15,371 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 15,192 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 15,163 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 14,831 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,592 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 13,671 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 13,671 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 12,925 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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DAE 783K is a 1971 MG B in Blue 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 DAE 783K, 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 DAE 783K?

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What year was DAE 783K registered?

DAE 783K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 August 1971.

Is DAE 783K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAE 783K 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.

Does DAE 783K have outstanding finance?

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