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DLT 839J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,186 mi
Last recorded32,186 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLT 839J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2021 32,186 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

slight fluid leak from clutch slave cylinder

Pass 4 Aug 2017 30,267 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 31 Aug 2016 29,605 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,439 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 27,097 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 26,166 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,624 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 23,840 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 22,715 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 20,840 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,295 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 16,202 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 14,829 miles

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

rear axle check straps perished

slight noise in steering rack

slight play in n/s/f kingpin

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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DLT 839J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 DLT 839J, 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

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What year was DLT 839J registered?

DLT 839J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 May 1971.

Is DLT 839J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLT 839J shows 13 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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