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DTD 230J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,424 mi
Last recorded83,424 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTD 230J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 83,424 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 83,266 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 82,876 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 82,531 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 82,312 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 82,254 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

emissions test not completed due to the engine cutting out and the fuel leak (for safety reasons)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 81,949 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 81,784 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 81,784 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2006 81,261 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 230J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 230J, 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 DTD 230J registered?

DTD 230J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 29 March 1971.

Is DTD 230J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTD 230J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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