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EAL 230J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,429 mi
Last recorded39,429 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAL 230J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2017 39,429 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 39,199 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 38,696 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 38,104 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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EAL 230J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 EAL 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

How do I check the history of EAL 230J?

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What year was EAL 230J registered?

EAL 230J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 13 January 1971.

Is EAL 230J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAL 230J shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EAL 230J have outstanding finance?

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