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EDM 748J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,981 mi
Last recorded61,981 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDM 748J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2017 61,981 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 61,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 60,325 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 57,357 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 53,700 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 53,220 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 53,163 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 53,139 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 52,485 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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EDM 748J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 EDM 748J, 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 EDM 748J?

You can check the full history of EDM 748J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EDM 748J registered?

EDM 748J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 18 May 1971.

Is EDM 748J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDM 748J shows 9 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 EDM 748J have outstanding finance?

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