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DTD 119J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

86,753 mi
Last recorded86,753 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTD 119J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 86,753 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 86,732 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 86,617 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 86,545 miles

nsr shock damp

slight lift in king pins

Pass 28 Mar 2014 86,379 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 86,312 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 85,825 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 85,777 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 85,777 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 85,568 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 85,568 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 85,378 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 34,843 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2007 84,077 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 83,120 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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DTD 119J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DTD 119J, 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 DTD 119J?

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What year was DTD 119J registered?

DTD 119J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1971.

Is DTD 119J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTD 119J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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