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DLE 920J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,759 mi
Last recorded10,759 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLE 920J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 10,759 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 10,759 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 10,759 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear axle oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2014 10,759 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 10,759 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 10,759 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 10,759 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 10,759 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 10,759 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

o/s inner rack joint has slight play

Pass 5 Jan 2009 10,759 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

offside headlamp aim slightly low

slight play in steering rack on the offside

Pass 22 Jan 2008 10,759 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 10,759 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2006 10,759 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 10,759 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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DLE 920J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DLE 920J, 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 DLE 920J?

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What year was DLE 920J registered?

DLE 920J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is DLE 920J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLE 920J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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